fixed
fihkst
Fixed (adj) means Set firmly in place; not movable. Example: “The heavy cabinets are fixed to the floor so they cannot tip.”
adj
1
Set firmly in place; not movable.
"The heavy cabinets are fixed to the floor so they cannot tip."
"A fixed ladder runs up the side of the building."
"The bookshelf is fixed to the wall."
2
Not changing; constant.
"Rent is a fixed cost, so it stays the same each month."
"She works fixed hours every week."
"They agreed on a fixed price for the job."
3
Dishonestly arranged in advance.
"Fans suspected the match was fixed after the strange final result."
"The judges had fixed the contest, and the winner was decided beforehand."
"The gamblers claimed the race was fixed."
How to use fixed
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFirmly set, unchanging, or dishonestly pre-arranged.
Common pairings
fixed rate
fixed price
fixed schedule
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What does “fixed” mean?
The word “fixed” means set firmly in place; not movable. In plain terms, firmly set, unchanging, or dishonestly pre-arranged.
How do you pronounce “fixed”?
“Fixed” is pronounced fihkst (/fɪkst/ in IPA).
How do you use “fixed” in a sentence?
Here is “fixed” used in a sentence: “The bookshelf is fixed to the wall.”
What part of speech is “fixed”?
“Fixed” is an adjective.
Is “fixed” a common word?
“Fixed” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “fixed” have?
“Fixed” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: set firmly in place; not movable.
What is the difference between fixed and 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.
What does 'fixed' mean besides 'not movable'?
'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.
Is 'fixed' the same as 'repaired'?
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.
What is an example of 'fixed' in a sentence?
'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.
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