Firm

French Meaning

raffermir

affermir

s'affermir

se consolider

entreprise

firme

compagnie

ferme

solide

stable

résolu

constant

arrêté

fidèle

final

English Meaning

  1. Resistant to externally applied pressure.
  2. Marked by or indicating the tone and resiliency of healthy tissue: firm muscles.
  3. Securely fixed in place: Despite being hit by the car, the post was still firm.
  4. Indicating or possessed of determination or resolution: a firm voice.
  5. Constant; steadfast: a firm ally.
  6. Not subject to change; fixed and definite: a firm bargain; a firm offer.
  7. Unfluctuating; steady: Stock prices are still firm.
  8. Strong and sure: a firm grasp.
  9. To make or become firm. Often used with up.
  10. Without wavering; resolutely: stand firm.
  11. A commercial partnership of two or more persons, especially when unincorporated.
  12. The name or designation under which a company transacts business.