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- Dictionaryfirmness/ˈfəːmnəs/
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.
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.
FIRMNESS meaning: 1. the quality of not being soft, but not completely hard: 2. the quality of being strong and…. Learn more.
Define firmness. firmness synonyms, firmness pronunciation, firmness translation, English dictionary definition of firmness. adj. firm·er , firm·est 1. Resistant to externally applied pressure. 2. Marked by or indicating the tone and resiliency of healthy tissue: firm muscles.
Synonyms for FIRMNESS: decisiveness, determination, decision, resolve, resoluteness, persistence, persistency, purposefulness; Antonyms of FIRMNESS: hesitation, indecision, vacillation, irresolution, indecisiveness, uncertainty, doubt, reluctance.
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 ”.
to remain at the same level, amount, etc. or to rise slightly: In industries such as paper, chemicals, and steel, prices have firmed. firm to sth Copper firmed 1.8 cents to 142.1 cents a pound. firm against sth The dollar, meanwhile, firmed against the euro in the wake of the interest rate rise.
