English Dictionary

firm

/fɜɹm/

adj

Steadfast, secure, solid (in position) / Fixed (in opinion). / Insistent upon something, not accepting dissent. / Durable, rigid (material state)

He is a firm believer in the power of education.

意味（1）

Steadfast, secure, solid (in position)

It's good to have a firm grip when shaking hands.

意味（2）

Fixed (in opinion).

a firm believer; a firm friend; a firm adherent

意味（3）

Insistent upon something, not accepting dissent.

He wanted to stay overnight, but I was firm with him and said he had to leave today.

意味（4）

Durable, rigid (material state)

firm flesh; firm muscles, firm wood; firm land (i.e. not soft and marshy)