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- Dictionaryfirm/fəːm/
adjective
- 1. having a solid, almost unyielding surface or structure: "the bed should be reasonably firm, but not too hard" Similar Opposite
- 2. strongly felt and unlikely to change: "he retains a firm belief in the efficacy of prayer"
verb
- 1. make more solid or resilient: "how can I firm up a sagging bustline?"
adverb
- 1. in a resolute and determined manner: "the Chancellor has held firm to tough economic policies"
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FIRM definition: 1. not soft but not completely hard: 2. well fixed in place or position: 3. fixed at the same…. Learn more.
1. a. : securely or solidly fixed in place. his teeth were firm. b. : not weak or uncertain : vigorous. a firm handshake. c. : having a solid or compact structure that resists stress or pressure. firm apples. 2. a (1) : not subject to change or revision. a firm offer. a firm date. (2) : not subject to price weakness : steady. firm commodities. b.
Firm definition: not soft or yielding when pressed; comparatively solid, hard, stiff, or rigid. See examples of FIRM used in a sentence.
1. Resistant to externally applied pressure. 2. Marked by or indicating the tone and resiliency of healthy tissue: firm muscles. 3. Securely fixed in place: Despite being hit by the car, the post was still firm. 4. Indicating or possessed of determination or resolution: a firm voice. 5. Constant; steadfast: a firm ally. 6. a.
A firm is an organization which sells or produces something or which provides a service which people pay for. The firm's employees were expecting large bonuses. ...a firm of heating engineers. [ + of] Synonyms: company, business, concern, association More Synonyms of firm. 2. countable noun.
FIRM definition: 1. not soft, but not completely hard: 2. certain or fixed and not likely to change: 3. strong and…. Learn more.
Definition of firm noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.