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Definition of firmness - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
physical propertyquality of being solid or stiff
- The firmness of the mattress provided excellent back support.
2.
character traitresoluteness or determination
- Her firmness in negotiations earned her respect.
3.
medicalTECH. muscle tone of healthy tissueTECH.
- The athlete's firmness was evident in his toned muscles.
Expressions with firmness
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quality of skin feeling tight and bouncy rather than loose or sagging
Regular moisturizing can help improve skin firmness on the face and neck.
strong determination to achieve a goal
Her firmness of purpose led her to success.
Origin of firmness
English, firm (strong) + -ness (state)
Terms with firmness included in their meaning
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firmness
having a firmer or more solid surface
physical
lose firmness or structure
softness
most lacking in stiffness or firmness
physical
lose firmness or hardness
weakness
hanging down without strength or firmness
physical property
degree of firmness, density, or viscosity
determined
showing determination and firmness
determination
firmness of purpose or character
firmness
maintain a firm position or attitude
exercise
give greater strength or firmness to muscles
general
lacking stability or firmness
greeting
limp handshake lacking firmness
elasticity
lose firmness or elasticity
weakness
lacking firmness or strength
firmness
with certainty, firmly fixed
texture
lack of physical hardness or firmness in texture
resistance
resist or oppose with firmness
showing resolve
in a manner that shows firmness or resolution
determined
showing firmness or determination
character trait
lack of firmness in character
weakness
lacking firmness or strength like a soft cloth
texture
soft and having a lack of firmness
softness
condition of lacking firmness due to moisture
firmness
in a firm and resolute way
Examples of firmness in a sentence
She admired the firmness of his handshake. His firmness in decision-making was commendable. The firmness of her stance surprised everyone. Her firmness was a result of regular exercise. The firmness of his biceps impressed everyone.
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- French:fermeté, détermination, ...
- German:Festigkeit, Entschlossenheit, ...
- Italian:compattezza, determinazione, ...
- Spanish:solidez, determinación, ...
- Portuguese:rigidez, determinação, ...
- Chinese:坚固性, 坚定, ...
- Japanese:硬さ, 断固, ...
- Arabic:صلابة, حزم, ...
- Hebrew:קַשְׁיוּת, נְחִישׁוּת, ...
- Russian:жесткость, решимость, ...
- Ukrainian:твердість, рішучість, ...
- Hindi:दृढ़ता, संकल्प, ...
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