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Firm

Noun, Verb, Adjective
UK /fɜːm/
US /fɝːm/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)

Definition

(adj) : Solid or not easily moved.
(n) : A business or company.
(v) : To make something stronger or more stable.

Example

"(adj) : This bed is firm but comfortable."

"(n) : She works for a law firm."

"(v) : He firmed his grip on the ladder to make sure he wouldn’t slip while climbing."

Explanation

Firm means something that is strong, steady, or not easy to change. For example, a firm chair does not move when you sit on it. It can also describe a person who is confident or strict in decisions, like “He has a firm belief.” As a noun, “firm” can mean a company or business that provides services, such as a law firm. As a verb, it means to make something stronger or more stable. For example, “He firmed his grip on the rope.” The word is used for things, people, or organisations that are solid, stable, or certain. It can show physical strength, emotional strength, or business stability.