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noun
- 1. the quality of having a solid, almost unyielding surface or structure: "he tested the firmness of the mattress"
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FIRMNESS definition: 1. the quality of not being soft, but not completely hard: 2. the quality of being strong and…. Learn more.
Synonyms for FIRMNESS: decisiveness, determination, decision, resolve, resoluteness, persistence, persistency, purposefulness; Antonyms of FIRMNESS: hesitation, indecision, vacillation, irresolution, indecisiveness, uncertainty, doubt, reluctance.
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.
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.
the quality of being steady or securely and immovably fixed in place. synonyms: steadiness. see more. noun. the property of being unyielding to the touch. see more. noun. the muscle tone of healthy tissue. “his muscular firmness ”.
FIRMNESS meaning: 1. the quality of not being soft, but not completely hard: 2. the quality of being strong and…. Learn more.
the quality of being strong and in control. His handling of the situation lacked firmness. Check pronunciation: firmness. Definition of firmness noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
noun. These are words and phrases related to firmness. Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or, go to the definition of firmness. Length of cooking determined the custard's firmness. Synonyms. compactness. durability. density. fixedness. resistance. hardness. impenetrability. impermeability. imperviousness. inflexibility.
Firmness definition: The state of being firm ; strength ; permanence ; stability ; hardness ; resolution .
adj. not soft or not giving in when pressed: a firm mattress. securely in place: Put another nail to make it firm. not shaking or trembling; steady: a firm handshake. not giving in to change or fluctuation; fixed; steadfast: a firm decision. indicating firmness or determination: a firm expression on his face. v. [ no object* ~ (+ up)]
