firmness
FURM-nuhs
Firmness (noun) means the quality of being solid or resistant to pressure. Example: “Test the firmness of the mattress before buying it.”
noun
1
The quality of being solid or resistant to pressure.
"Test the firmness of the mattress before buying it."
2
Steadiness of character or resolve.
"She handled the crisis with remarkable firmness."
How to use firmness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHow solid something feels, or how steady and resolute someone is.
Common pairings
degree of firmness
firmness of purpose
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Word forms
- Plural
- firmnesses
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Etymology
From firm plus the suffix -ness.
Synonyms
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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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