adverb
heavily
With great weight, force, amount, or involvement.
The old truck is heavily loaded with bags of cement.
Etymology
The adverb extends physical weight to force, amount, and involvement. Acting heavily can involve a great load, a strong impact, or a large share of participation.
More examples
- Rain falls heavily against the windows.
- She invests heavily in local businesses.
- The town relies heavily on tourism.
Forms
heavily · more heavily · most heavily
heavy adjective — Having great weight, force, or intensity.