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Word entry · 4 letters

firm

Best crossword clue

"Solid, not soft"

4 letters · collected on this word page

4 lettersPronunciation /fɜːm/Part of speech adverb, verb, adjective, nounSorted fimrStarts with FEnds with M2 cluesVery common crossword word
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Definitions

  1. with resolute determination

Word origin

From Middle English ferme, from Old French ferme, from Latin firmus (“strong, steady”). Doublet of dharma.

Used in a sentence

  • It's good to have a firm grip when shaking hands.
  • a firm believer; a firm friend; a firm adherent
  • firm favourites

Source: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0

Used as a crossword answer2 curated clues

01Solid, not soft4 letters
02Strong and steady4 letters

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