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firm1

adjective
  1. Unyielding to pressure or force: hard, incompressible, solid. See resist, strong
  2. Firmly settled or positioned: fast, secure, stable, steady, strong, sure. See continue
  3. Not easily moved or shaken: secure, solid, sound 2, stable, strong, sturdy, substantial, sure, unshakable. See continue, strong
  4. Indicating or possessing determination, resolution, or persistence: constant, determined, resolute, steadfast, steady, stiff, tough, unbending, uncompromising, unflinching, unwavering, unyielding. See purpose
  5. Not hesitating or wavering: decided, decisive, determined, resolute. See decide
  6. Adhering firmly and devotedly, as to a person, a cause, or a duty: allegiant, constant, faithful, fast, liege, loyal, staunch, steadfast, true. See continue, trust
  7. In a definite and final form; not likely to change: certain, fixed, flat, set 1. See change
  8. Persistently holding to something: clinging, fast, secure, tenacious, tight. See free, tighten

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