Firm Meaning and Definition

Word: Firm

How to pronounce: fɜːm

Adjective

Definitions:

1. Having a solid, almost unyielding surface or structure.

Example sentences: "The bed should be reasonably firm, but not too hard"

2. Strongly felt and unlikely to change.

Example sentences: "He retains a firm belief in the efficacy of prayer"

Transitive verb

Definitions:

1. Make (something) physically solid or resilient.

Example sentences: "An exercise program designed to firm up muscle tone"

Adverb

Definitions:

1. In a resolute and determined manner.

Example sentences: "She will stand firm against the government's proposal"

Noun

Definitions:

1. A business concern, especially one involving a partnership of two or more people.

Example sentences: "A law firm"

Synonyms:

company

enterprise

venture

outfit

establishment

corporation

business

concern

unshakable

resolute

decisive

unyielding

unwavering

steadfast

unfaltering

determined

settled

solid

stiff

concrete

good

iron

strong

hard

rigid

robust

tight

by the firm

steady

house

stable

flat

sound

sturdy

steadfastly

unwaveringly

hearty

stalwart

stout

vigorous

forceful

final

fixed

solidify

firm up

harden

Antonyms:

soft

gentle

flexible

weak

Derivations:

firmness

firmly

firmed

firming

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Firm in Other Languages...

Spanish: Empresa

German: Firma

French: Entreprise

Italian: Azienda

Turkish: Firma