FIRM
adjective
Synonyms
Compact; dense; hard; solid; stanch; robust; strong; sturdly; fixed; steady; resolute; constant.
Definitions
- 1. Fixed; hence, closely compressed; compact; substantial; hard; solid; -- applied to the matter of bodies; as, firm flesh; firm muscles, firm wood.
- 2. Not easily excited or disturbed; unchanging in purpose; fixed; steady; constant; stable; unshaken; not easily changed in feelings or will; strong; as, a firm believer; a firm friend; a firm adherent. Under spread ensigns, moving nigh, in slow But firm battalion. Milton. By one man's firm obediency fully tried. Milton.
- 3. Solid; -- opposed to fluid; as, firm land.
- 4. Indicating firmness; as, a firm tread; a firm countenance.
Other Definitions
This word also has 2 other definitions:
FIRM
(noun)
The name, title, or style, under which a company transacts business; a partnership of two or more persons; a commercial house; as, the firm of Hope & ...
FIRM
(verb)
1. To fix; to settle; to confirm; to establish. [Obs.] And Jove has firmed it with an awful nod. Dryden.
2. To fix or direct with firmness. [Obs.] He...
Added: October 09, 2025
Updated: October 09, 2025
