1. in an upright or vertical position; with the body or head held straight
2. in a dignified, confident, or proud manner

Examples

• She stood erectly at attention during the ceremony.
• The soldier marched erectly down the street.
• He held his head erectly, refusing to show any sign of defeat.
• The dancer moved erectly across the stage with perfect posture.
• She walked erectly through the room, commanding respect with her bearing.
• The monument stood erectly against the sky.