# fixedly

**Pronunciation:** /ˈfɪksɪdli/ · FIX-id-lee

**CEFR level:** C1

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

In a way that is not moving or changing; intently or steadily.

## Examples

- He gazed fixedly at the horizon, as if waiting for someone to appear.
- The cat watched the mouse fixedly, ready to pounce at any moment.
- She held her breath and looked fixedly at the screen, hoping for a positive result.

## Synonyms

- steadily — Implies consistency and lack of wavering.
- intently — Suggests deep concentration and purpose.
- unwaveringly — Emphasizes a strong, unyielding gaze or focus.
- raptly — Conveys being completely engrossed or absorbed.

## Antonyms

- fickly — In a way that changes often and unpredictably.
- distractedly — With one's attention diverted or unfocused.

## Common patterns

- gaze fixedly — To look at something with intense, unwavering focus. — She would often gaze fixedly at the distant mountains.
- stare fixedly — To look at someone or something without moving one's eyes. — The child stared fixedly at the magician, mesmerized by the tricks.
- look fixedly — To direct one's eyes steadily towards something. — He looked fixedly at the instructions, trying to understand each step.

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