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    Fermeté (en. Firmness)

    fɛʀ.me.te

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    State of being firm, of holding firmly.
    The firmness of his attitude impressed everyone.
    La fermeté de son attitude a impressionné tout le monde.
    Intensity in decision or will.
    He showed firmness in his choices.
    Il a fait preuve de fermeté dans ses choix.
    Resistance to pressure or shocks.
    This material has great firmness.
    Ce matériau présente une grande fermeté.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'fermer' and the suffix '-té' which indicates a quality.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    firmness of mind
    Rigid and uncompromising attitude.
    fermeté d'esprit
    firmness of character
    Willpower and determination in the face of difficulties.
    fermeté de caractère
    to show firmness
    To show determination in one's decisions.
    faire preuve de fermeté

    Related Words

    to close
    Action of making something watertight or inaccessible.
    fermer
    firm
    That which is solid, which does not yield to pressure.
    ferme
    determination
    Character of that which is decided and resolute.
    détermination

    Slang Meanings

    In a resolute manner or without hesitation.
    He said that with firmness.
    Il a dit cela avec fermeté.