1
as in decisiveness
firm or unwavering adherence to one's purpose
a woman of remarkable firmness in the achievement of the goals she has set for herself
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as in reliability
the ability to withstand force or stress without being distorted, dislodged, or damaged
test the firmness of the concrete before parking the car on it
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Recent Examples of firmness
Plus, glycerin, collagen, and niacinamide to tighten fine lines, improve firmness, and restore hydration, so the skin looks plump and supple.
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Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
3 July 2026
Red light is generally tied to firmness and tone, while blue is geared toward active breakouts.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
30 June 2026
The set of two pillows features an adjustable memory-foam filling that’s great for couples who have different firmness preferences.
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Jamie Weissman,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
Not quite sure about your preferred firmness?
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Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
26 June 2026
Bone Broth Bone broth is rich in collagen, which supports the skin’s firmness and elasticity.
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Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
26 June 2026
These help deeply nourish the skin and increase firmness and bounce.
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Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
23 June 2026
Use a stick to check the firmness of the ground in front of you.
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Natassia Paloma,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
The grass is mixed with plastic green fibers for extra stability and firmness.
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Leslie Katz,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
3 July 2026
Red light is generally tied to firmness and tone, while blue is geared toward active breakouts.
—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
30 June 2026
The set of two pillows features an adjustable memory-foam filling that’s great for couples who have different firmness preferences.
—
Jamie Weissman,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
Not quite sure about your preferred firmness?
—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
26 June 2026
Bone Broth Bone broth is rich in collagen, which supports the skin’s firmness and elasticity.
—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
26 June 2026
These help deeply nourish the skin and increase firmness and bounce.
—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
23 June 2026
Use a stick to check the firmness of the ground in front of you.
—
Natassia Paloma,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
The grass is mixed with plastic green fibers for extra stability and firmness.
—
Leslie Katz,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for firmness
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This perhaps was the England football team’s own equivalent, for the decisiveness, for the individuality of it, and above all for the power.
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Legal experts say the speed and decisiveness of the Department of Justice’s proposed antitrust settlement with OhioHealth should put other hospitals on notice.
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If new cars can't come straight out of the factory completely free of software errors, automakers can issue regular free updates and patches to vehicles to avoid safety and reliability issues down the line.
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On Monday, Six Flags announced that the ride's manufacturer would make enhancements to the Gold Rusher's vehicle to improve its performance, availability, and reliability.
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Croatia returned from the hydration break with determination, forcing Panama to play its game for the first time so far.
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Sayers, however, appealed the OOR’s determination to the Centre County Court of Common Pleas.
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Beta 1 landed May 13, Beta 2 on May 26, and Beta 3 on June 16, with each one focused more on stability than new features.
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The funeral comes as Iran seeks to project stability after months of war that decimated much of its senior political and military leadership.
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James is an unrestricted free agent and the early timing of his decision allows the Lakers to approach free agency, which officially began Tuesday afternoon, with an almost clean slate.
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Gaines said the decision felt like the culmination of the last several years of her life, but also a reminder of how far the debate had moved.
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Additional laser pulses reveal how much the ion’s quantum state has changed, allowing researchers to calculate the strength of the surrounding electric field.
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The link held even after accounting for traditional risk factors, though the strength varied by racial and ethnic group, a gap researchers say still needs further study before firm conclusions can be drawn about why.
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Speaking earlier on Sunday, Putin used a speech to the ruling United Russia party congress to reinforce his resolve to achieve the country's military objectives and project Russia's strength.
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Spoelstra consistently has praised the resolve of Smith, who went undrafted out of Missouri in 2021.
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“Firmness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/firmness. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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