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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.
firm: [adjective] securely or solidly fixed in place. not weak or uncertain : vigorous. having a solid or compact structure that resists stress or pressure.
13 meanings: 1. not soft or yielding to a touch or pressure; rigid; solid 2. securely in position; stable or stationary 3..... Click for more definitions.
Word Origin noun late 16th cent.: from Spanish and Italian firma, from medieval Latin, from Latin firmare ‘fix, settle’ (in late Latin ‘confirm by signature’), from firmus ‘firm’; compare with farm.The word originally denoted one's autograph or signature; later (mid 18th cent.) the name under which the business of a firm was transacted, hence the firm itself (late 18th cent.).
Firm definition: not soft or yielding when pressed; comparatively solid, hard, stiff, or rigid. See examples of FIRM used in a sentence.
The adjective firm describes something that's strong and unwavering. If your great Aunt Martha had a firm belief that children should be seen and not heard, you and your siblings might have spent your childhood driving her crazy.
FIRM definition: 1. not soft, but not completely hard: 2. certain or fixed and not likely to change: 3. strong and…. Learn more.
3. Securely fixed in place: Despite being hit by the car, the post was still firm.
firm meaning, definition, what is firm: a business or company, especially a smal...: Learn more.
3 strongly fixed in place synonym secure Stand the fish tank on a firm base. No building can stand without firm foundations, and neither can a marriage. 4 (of someone's voice or hand movements) strong and steady “No,” she repeated, her voice firmer this time. With a firm grip on my hand, he pulled me away. She took a firm hold of my arm. Her handshake was cool and firm.
