firm

firm · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Having a solid, almost unyielding surface or structure.

  2. 2.

    Strongly fixed in place; secure.

  3. 3.

    Showing determination and strength of character.

  4. 4.

    (Of prices) Stable or rising.

  5. 5.

    A business or company.

  6. 6.

    To make more solid or resilient.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    stand firm — To refuse to change one's position.
  • •
    firm up — To make more definite or solid.
  • •
    firm hand — Strict but fair control.
  • •
    firm ground — A secure position.
  • •
    firm believer — Someone strongly convinced.

Related words

Antonyms: soft, weak, yielding
See also: business, company, solid, strong
Synonyms: company, resolute, solid, strong

Etymology

From Latin firmus ("strong, stable, durable, steadfast").