Adjective
1. marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable;
"firm convictions""a firm mouth""steadfast resolve""a man of unbendable perseverence""unwavering loyalty"2. not soft or yielding to pressure;
"a firm mattress""the snow was firm underfoot""solid ground"3. strong and sure;
"a firm grasp""gave a strong pull on the rope"4. not subject to revision or change;
"a firm contract""a firm offer"5. (of especially a person's physical features) not shaking or trembling;
"his voice was firm and confident""a firm step"6. not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall;
"stocks are still firm"7. securely established;
"an established reputation""holds a firm position as the country's leading poet"8. marked by the tone and resiliency of healthy tissue;
"firm muscles"9. pleasingly firm and fresh and making a crunching noise when chewed;
"crisp carrot and celery sticks""a firm apple""crunchy lettuce"10. securely fixed in place;
"the post was still firm after being hit by the car"11. unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause;
"a firm ally""loyal supporters""the true-hearted soldier...of Tippecanoe"- Campaign song for William Henry Harrison"fast friends"