firm
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/fɜːm/]
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Senses
1. firm (adj) — sense 1
Definition: Steadfast, secure, solid (in position)
Example: It's good to have a firm grip when shaking hands.
2. firm (adj) — sense 2
Definition: Fixed (in opinion).
Example: a firm believer; a firm friend; a firm adherent
3. firm (adj) — sense 3
Definition: Insistent upon something, not accepting dissent.
Example: He wanted to stay overnight, but I was firm with him and said he had to leave today.
4. firm (adv) — sense 4
Definition: firmly, steadily
Example: stand firm
Structure of the word
Roots:- dʰer (Proto-Indo-European)
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