fixed
fɪkst
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Definition of fixed - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
immovablenot able to move or change
  • The statue remained fixed in the garden.
permanent stable stationary
2.
stableunlikely to change or fluctuate
  • The fixed schedule helped everyone plan better.
constant stable unchanging
3.
riggedUKfraudulently arranged or prearrangedUK
  • The match was fixed by the officials.
arranged predetermined
4.
repairrepaired and functioning properly
  • The broken chair was fixed by the carpenter.
repaired restored
5.
attachmentattached securely in position
  • The shelf was fixed to the wall with screws..
fastened secured
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Expressions with fixed

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thought that someone cannot stop thinking about or let go
He was troubled by a fixed idea all week.
the problem or issue was resolved successfully
After the repair, the whole thing was fixed.
resistant to new ideas or methods
She is fixed in her ways and won't try the new software.
resistant to new ideas or methods
Dad is fixed in your ways and refuses to try online banking.
status of having no permanent home address
He was listed as having no fixed abode in the records.
list of dishes with no choices at a set price
The wedding had a fixed menu for all guests.

Origin of fixed

Latin, fixus (fastened)

Terms with fixed included in their meaning

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aviation
powered aircraft with fixed wings for flying
looseadj.
stability
not fixed in place tightly or firmly
time
happening at fixed or predictable intervals
employment
fixed regular payment for employment
motion
move back and forth from a fixed point
reduce tightness
make less tight or fixed
transportation
powered flying vehicle with fixed wings
washing bowl
bowl for washing, typically fixed in a bathroom or kitchen

Examples of fixed in a sentence

  • The rules are fixed and cannot be altered.
  • The fixed interest rate was reassuring.
  • He appreciated the fixed routine every morning.
  • The election results were fixed to favor the incumbent.
  • Many believe the lottery was fixed from the start.
  • The fixed clock now ticks perfectly.

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  1. French:fixe, immuable, ...
  2. German:fest, stabil, ...
  3. Italian:fisso, immutabile, ...
  4. Spanish:fijo, estable, ...
  5. Portuguese:fixo, estável, ...
  6. Chinese:固定的, 不变的, ...
  7. Japanese:固定された, 安定した, ...
  8. Arabic:ثابِت, مُحَدَّد, ...
  9. Hebrew:קָבוּעַ, מָכוּר, ...
  10. Russian:неподвижный, устойчивый, ...
  11. Ukrainian:нерухомий, стабільний, ...
  12. Hindi:स्थिर, निश्चित, ...
fix
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Definition of fix - Reverso English Dictionary

Verb

tr.
1.
repairmend or repair something broken
  • He fixed the broken chair.
mend repair restore
2.
problem solvingresolve or find a solution to a problem
  • We must fix this issue before noon.
3.
constructionattach or secure something firmly
  • She fixed the poster to the wall.
attach fasten secure

Noun

1.
repairsUSrepair or corrective actionUS
  • The mechanic performed a quick fix on the engine.
mend rectification repair
2.
predicamentdifficult situation or dilemma
  • She found herself in a fix after losing her keys.
dilemma predicament quandary
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prepare or make something ready for use
She fixed up a quick meal for dinner.
prepare to do something
I'm fix to start my homework soon.
hurried repair done quickly
They did a quick fix on the broken fence.
illegally arrange the outcome of a sports match
The officials discovered they tried to fix matches.
focus attention or interest on something
He fixed his eyes on the problem at hand.
make a thought stable in memory
She fixed the instructions in her mind before the test.

Origin of fix

Latin, fixus (fixed)

Examples of fix in a sentence

  • The technician fixed the software bug quickly.
  • Can you fix the login error today?
  • They fixed the staffing problem by noon.
  • He fixed the shelf with strong brackets.
  • They fixed the sign to the gate securely.
  • Let's fix the date for the party soon.

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  1. French:réparer, solution, ...
  2. German:reparieren, Reparatur, ...
  3. Italian:riparare, riparazione, ...
  4. Spanish:reparar, reparación, ...
  5. Portuguese:consertar, reparo, ...
  6. Chinese:修理, 困境, ...
  7. Japanese:修理する, 修理, ...
  8. Arabic:أَصْلَحَ, إصلاح, ...
  9. Hebrew:לְתַקֵּן, תִּיקּוּן, ...
  10. Russian:чинить, починка, ...
  11. Ukrainian:лагодити, виправлення, ...
  12. Hindi:ठीक करना, मरम्मत, ...
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