B1adjectiverelationshipshome
US/fɜːrm/
UK/fɜːm/
fairly hard and not easy to press; also strong, fixed and not likely to change
More often (noun): a company or business
In context
I sleep better on a firm mattress than a soft one.
Parents need to be firm about screen time with young children.
We don't have a firm date for the wedding yet.
Words that go with firm
adjective + noun
- firm decisionWe need a firm decision by the end of the week.
- firm believerMy grandmother is a firm believer in early nights.
- firm handshakeHe greeted us with a firm handshake and a smile.
- firm evidenceThe police have no firm evidence against him.
adjective + preposition
- firm withYou have to be firm with new puppies from day one.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
My father is very firm to me.Correct: My father is very firm with me.