fixed

The word “fixed” means set firmly in place; not movable. In plain terms, firmly set, unchanging, or dishonestly pre-arranged.

“Fixed” is pronounced fihkst (/fɪkst/ in IPA).

Here is “fixed” used in a sentence: “The bookshelf is fixed to the wall.”

“Fixed” is an adjective.

“Fixed” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

“Fixed” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: set firmly in place; not movable.

Fixed means firmly set in one place and unable to be moved, like a shelf bolted to a wall. Movable means able to be shifted or repositioned, like a chair you can carry. They are opposites: fixed things stay put, while movable things can be relocated whenever needed.

'Fixed' has several senses. It can mean repaired — 'the car is fixed.' It can mean decided and unchanging — 'a fixed price' or 'a fixed date.' It can also mean steady and unmoving — 'a fixed stare.' Context makes clear which meaning is intended.

In informal use, yes. 'I fixed the leak' means I repaired or mended it. This is a separate meaning from 'set firmly in place.' Both are common: something broken can be fixed (repaired), while something attached can be fixed (held firmly). Context tells the two apart.

'The bookshelf is fixed to the wall' means it is firmly attached and cannot be moved. Other examples include 'the post was fixed in concrete' and 'his eyes were fixed on the door,' each showing something held firmly and unmoving in place.