Firmed: meaning, definitions and examples
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firmed
[ fɜːrmd ]
past tense
The term 'firmed' is the past tense of the verb 'firm,' which means to make something stronger, more solid, or more definite. It is used in various contexts, such as in business discussions to indicate that an agreement or plan has been made more definite. Additionally, it can refer to the process of making something more resilient or secure. Firming something can involve both physical and abstract concepts.
Synonyms
secured, solidified, strengthened.
Examples of usage
- She firmed her resolve to start the project.
- The company's profits firmed after the new strategy was implemented.
- They have firmed up their plans for the upcoming event.
Translations
Translations of the word "firmed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 confirmado
🇮🇳 पुष्ट किया हुआ
🇩🇪 bestätigt
🇮🇩 dikonfirmasi
🇺🇦 підтверджений
🇵🇱 potwierdzony
🇯🇵 確認された
🇫🇷 confirmé
🇪🇸 confirmado
🇹🇷 onaylanmış
🇰🇷 확인된
🇸🇦 مؤكد
🇨🇿 potvrzený
🇸🇰 potvrdený
🇨🇳 确认的
🇸🇮 potrjen
🇮🇸 staðfest
🇰🇿 растайтын
🇬🇪 დადასტურებული
🇦🇿 təsdiq edilmiş
🇲🇽 confirmado
Etymology
The word 'firm' comes from the Latin 'firmus,' which means 'strong' or 'stable.' Its use in the English language can be traced back to the late Middle Ages, where it started to indicate not only physical strength but also the reliability of agreements or decisions. The verb 'to firm' was first used in the 16th century, often in conjunction with legal or formal contexts. Over time, the word evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, from strengthening physical objects to making abstract concepts like plans and decisions more resolute. The transition to 'firmed' as a past tense form followed the regular conjugation patterns of English verbs, becoming commonplace in both spoken and written language.