fɝmli fɜːmli haʊs ˈlɔɪəl ˈsɑlɪd ˈsɒlɪd ˈstɛdfæst ˈstɛdi

stɪf stɹɒŋ stɹɔŋ stɹɑŋ with resolute determination we firmly believed it you must stand firm make taut or tauter tauten a rope become taut or tauter Your muscles will firm when you exercise regularly the rope tautened strong and sure a firm grasp gave a strong pull on the rope unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause a firm ally loyal supporters the true-hearted soldier … of Tippecanoe fast friends securely fixed in place the post was still firm after being hit by the car not soft or yielding to pressure a firm mattress the snow was firm underfoot solid ground possessing the tone and resiliency of healthy tissue firm muscles marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable firm convictions a firm mouth steadfast resolve a man of unbendable perseverance unwavering loyalty securely established holds a firm position as the country's leading poet not subject to revision or change a firm contract a firm offer not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall stocks are still firm (of especially a person's physical features) not shaking or trembling his voice was firm and confident a firm step the members of a business organization that owns or operates one or more establishments he worked for a brokerage house