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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.
Synonyms for FIRMNESS: decisiveness, determination, decision, resolve, resoluteness, persistence, persistency, purposefulness; Antonyms of FIRMNESS: hesitation, indecision, vacillation, irresolution, indecisiveness, uncertainty, doubt, reluctance.
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.
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 ”.
the firmness of the foundations; the quality of being strong and steady. the firmness of her grip; the quality of being strong and in control. His handling of the situation lacked 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.
Firmness definition: The state of being firm ; strength ; permanence ; stability ; hardness ; resolution .
adj. not soft or not giving in when pressed: a firm mattress. securely in place: Put another nail to make it firm. not shaking or trembling; steady: a firm handshake. not giving in to change or fluctuation; fixed; steadfast: a firm decision. indicating firmness or determination: a firm expression on his face. v. [ no object* ~ (+ up)]
