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firmness

6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for firmness, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — The quality of being solid or resistant to pressure.

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soundness steadiness resoluteness firmness of purpose

How to use firmness

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degree of firmness firmness of purpose

Etymology

From firm plus the suffix -ness.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “firmness” mean?

The word “firmness” means the quality of being solid or resistant to pressure. In plain terms, how solid something feels, or how steady and resolute someone is.

How do you pronounce “firmness”?

“Firmness” is pronounced FURM-nuhs (/ˈfɝmnəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “firmness” in a sentence?

Here is “firmness” used in a sentence: “Test the firmness of the mattress before buying it.”

What part of speech is “firmness”?

“Firmness” is a noun.

How many meanings does “firmness” have?

“Firmness” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the quality of being solid or resistant to pressure.

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