FIRMNESS Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

firmness

noun

Definition of firmness

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 Smaller collagen fragments draw moisture to the skin, supporting the appearance of firmness and elasticity. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 20 Aug. 2026 However, firmness alone does not determine how effectively a mattress responds to different areas of the body throughout the night. — Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2026 This neck cream contains nourishing ingredients like protein peptides, which according to recent studies, increase skin firmness by triggering collagen production. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026 With that said, Jonas is quick to point out that the firmness of tomato flesh varies by variety. — Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026 Radiofrequency therapy heats the skin to stimulate collagen and elastin, improving firmness and elasticity. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 10 Aug. 2026 How collagen works for aging skin Collagen is a protein that gives skin its firmness and elasticity, and the body’s natural production of it declines with age. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 10 Aug. 2026 In the skin, collagen makes up much of the dermis, giving it firmness and structure. — Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 5 Aug. 2026 There are a few signs of fading to watch out for, including the flowers beginning to close, losing their firmness, and developing a dry, papery texture. — The Spruce, 4 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Black got the start and ran for 33 yards on eight carries, showing the decisiveness and explosiveness the 49ers liked about him during his time helping Indiana win a national championship last season.

— Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 21 Aug. 2026
At times, Arsenal have lacked the decisiveness to move players on, even when the timing is uncomfortable.

— Kaya Kaynak, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of decisiveness

Noun

Rare earth processing technologies must compete on throughput, operating costs, purity, and reliability.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026
Freight rates have continued their ascent amid the ongoing delays and schedule reliability concerns compounding other factors like the war in Iran, which has kept fuel costs elevated.

— Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of reliability

Noun

The conference said its rule would apply independently of the status of NCAA eligibility determinations.

— Aaron Beard, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
In his ruling Gayles rejected the government’s argument that Vorbe could be held in mandatory detention without a bond hearing simply because of Rubio’s determination in a letter.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of determination

Noun

This is a vehicle for anyone craving intense driving dynamics from an unusual, innovative machine that blends a car’s stability with much of the excitement and exposure of a motorcycle.

— William Roberson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
All in all, the Fed should not be influenced by fiscal policy or politics, because their remit is financial stability.

— Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of stability

Noun

The show is leaning into its strengths, dialing up the madcap comedy and overlapping dialogue while keeping the story lines rooted in recognizable rites of passage for young people.

— Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
Divya brings an incredible depth and emotional strength to the ensemble, and the combination of these three actors makes the world of the film particularly special.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of strength

Noun

His periodic fireside chats were broadcast on the radio and captivated the nation with their warmth, clarity and resolve.

— John T. Shaw, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Ukraine, for its part, has pursued long-range drone strikes on Russian oil refineries and logistics hubs, seeking to raise the cost of the war for Moscow and test President Vladimir Putin's resolve after more than four-and-a-half years of conflict.

— Sam Meredith, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of resolve

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