Firmness: meaning, definitions and examples

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firmness

[ ˈfɜːrmnəs ]

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in decision-making

The quality of being firm, strong, or solid in decision-making.

Synonyms

resolution, steadfastness, strength

Examples of usage

She showed firmness in her decision to resign from her job.
His firmness in negotiations helped to secure a better deal for the company.

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in texture

The state or quality of being firm, solid, or resistant in texture.

Synonyms

hardness, rigidity, solidity

Examples of usage

The firmness of the mattress provided excellent back support.
The firmness of the tofu made it ideal for stir-fry dishes.

Translations

Translations of the word "firmness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 firmeza

🇮🇳 दृढ़ता

🇩🇪 Festigkeit

Festigkeit
Stabilität

🇮🇩 kekokohan

🇺🇦 твердість

🇵🇱 sztywność

🇯🇵 堅さ

🇫🇷 fermeté

🇪🇸 firmeza

🇹🇷 sağlamlık

🇰🇷 경도

🇸🇦 ثبات

🇨🇿 pevnost

🇸🇰 pevnosť

🇨🇳 坚固

🇸🇮 trdnost

🇮🇸 festu

🇰🇿 берік

🇬🇪 მტკიცება

🇦🇿 sabitlik

🇲🇽 firmeza

Word origin

The word 'firmness' originated from the Middle English word 'fermnesse', which came from the Old French 'fermete', ultimately derived from the Latin 'firmitas'. The concept of firmness has long been valued in various aspects of life, from decision-making to texture, symbolizing strength, stability, and resilience.

See also: confirm, firm, firmament, firming, firmly, firms, infirm, unfirmly.