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verb

ˈfiks How to pronounce fix (audio)
Definition of fixnext
1
as in to put
to arrange something in a certain spot or position fixed my hair so that it would stop falling in my eyes

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2
as in to affix
to cause (something) to hold to another first, you need to fix those pieces of wood together

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3
as in to decide
to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of make sure to fix the number of guests with the bride's family before drawing up a list of people from the groom's side

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as in to set
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority have we fixed a day for the party yet?

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as in to prepare
to make ready in advance would you mind fixing dinner tonight?

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as in to repair
to put into good shape or working order again have to fix the car before we can go

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as in to secure
to put securely in place or in a desired position fixed the mittens to the child's snowsuit

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as in to root
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter the image of what Santa Claus looks like is solidly fixed in our minds

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as in to alter
to remove the sex organs of the animal shelter requires a pledge from the adoptive owner that they will have their new pet fixed

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as in to heal
to restore to a healthy condition it took surgery and months of physical therapy to completely fix her bum knee

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fix

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noun

1
as in predicament
a difficult, puzzling, or embarrassing situation from which there is no easy escape what a fix we're in!

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as in bribe
something given or promised in order to improperly influence a person's conduct or decision caught the judge on video accepting the fix from the mob boss

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as in assessment
an opinion on the nature, character, or quality of something what's your fix on the military situation over there?

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How is the word fix distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of fix are affix, attach, and fasten. While all these words mean "to make something stay firmly in place," fix usually implies a driving in, implanting, or embedding.

fixed the stake in the ground

When is affix a more appropriate choice than fix?

Although the words affix and fix have much in common, affix implies an imposing of one thing on another by gluing, impressing, or nailing.

affix your address label here

When might attach be a better fit than fix?

The words attach and fix can be used in similar contexts, but attach suggests a connecting or uniting by a bond, link, or tie in order to keep things together.

attach the W-2 form here

When can fasten be used instead of fix?

While in some cases nearly identical to fix, fasten implies an action such as tying, buttoning, nailing, locking, or otherwise securing.

fasten the reins to a post

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of fix
Verb
The first number tells you how many years your initial interest rate is fixed. — Rebecca Safier, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026 Two remain fixed to the spacecraft, while four more will unfold after Roman reaches orbit. — Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 26 Aug. 2026
Noun
And Gates said virtually all of the fixes will require governments to play a role. — Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 26 Aug. 2026 Probably not – and that’s not a flaw to fix but a rhythm to work with. — Masha Remskar, The Conversation, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fix
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fix
  1. put
  2. affix
  3. decide
  4. set
  5. prepare
  6. repair
  7. secure
  8. root
Verb
  • Costco is an awkward exhibit for putting shareholder-value maximization in the driver’s seat.
    — Steve Denning, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Espada is paid to put it in favorable positions, even when few seem to exist.
    — Chandler Rome, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of put
Verb
  • Rounding out her ensemble, Camilla stepped into a pair of beige Eliot Zed heels affixed with buckle accents and short heels.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 22 Aug. 2026
  • These cameras are identified as small black boxes usually affixed to light fixtures and accompanied by a solar panel facing public roadways.
    — TJ Rhodes, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of affix
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  • The 6-foot-3, 170-pound Hayes ultimately decided to continue.
    — Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
  • So Issa decides to bring out the real Paul Baker by inviting over all his bros.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of decide
Verb
  • Hence, retail traders will gain a cheaper and more precise way to speculate on crude, but production, consumption, inventories and geopolitics will remain the dominant forces setting prices.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Pairing rolled clothing with compression packing cubes, like this Bagail six-piece set with mesh panels to easily see what’s inside, can help keep outfits organized while creating extra room for souvenirs on the way home.
    — Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of set
Verb
  • The e-commerce giant is preparing to launch its Prime Air service in Tracy as part of a broader expansion effort that will bring delivery drones to 500 cities and towns by the end of the year.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Many of the dozens missing in its environs were foreign nationals, chiefly Indian or Indian-origin pilgrims who were returning from, or preparing to make, the journey further into Tibet to Mount Kailash, a holy site for Hindus and Buddhists.
    — Ishaan Tharoor, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of prepare
Verb
  • Mateta has repaired his relationship with the Palace supporters before, but this seems like the point of no return.
    — Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The $206 million project is set to replace or repair concrete slabs on the highway, and is scheduled for completion in 2028.
    — Irene Wright, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of repair
Verb
  • BlackBerry sells encrypted and secure communications products to customers like governments.
    — Arjun Kharpal,Kai Nicol-Schwarz, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The city of Atlanta has secured up to $50 million in philanthropic funding for Mayor Andre Dickens’ legacy project aimed at boosting development in historically underserved neighborhoods.
    — Shaddi Abusaid, AJC.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of secure
Verb
  • Prepare a small plant pot with potting mix, dip the cut end of the stem in rooting hormone powder, and plant the cutting in the pot.
    — Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Their ambition rooted from high school stardom is to land a scholarship at a four-year program, which is easier said than done, given the amount of players across the country scrambling for such chances.
    — JOE DAVIDSON, Sacbee.com, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of root

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“Fix.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fix. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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