Tuesday, June 28, 2005
Stubborn:
firm (fûrm) adjectivefirm·er, firm·est
1. Resistant to externally applied pressure.
2. Marked by or indicating the tone and resiliency
3. Securely fixed in place
4. Indicating or possessed of determination or resolution: a firm voice.
5. Constant; steadfast: a firm ally.
6. a. Not subject to change; fixed and definite: a firm bargain; a firm offer. b. Unfluctuating; steady:
7. Strong and sure: a firm grasp.
Vs. 1. a. Unreasonably, often perversely unyielding; bullheaded. b. Firmly resolved or determined; resolute. See synonyms at obstinate.
2. Characterized by perseverance; persistent.
3. Difficult to treat or deal with; resistant to treatment or effort.
What is the difference?
If there is a good chance of winning and your allies are with you!
firm (fûrm) adjectivefirm·er, firm·est
1. Resistant to externally applied pressure.
2. Marked by or indicating the tone and resiliency
3. Securely fixed in place
4. Indicating or possessed of determination or resolution: a firm voice.
5. Constant; steadfast: a firm ally.
6. a. Not subject to change; fixed and definite: a firm bargain; a firm offer. b. Unfluctuating; steady:
7. Strong and sure: a firm grasp.
Vs. 1. a. Unreasonably, often perversely unyielding; bullheaded. b. Firmly resolved or determined; resolute. See synonyms at obstinate.
2. Characterized by perseverance; persistent.
3. Difficult to treat or deal with; resistant to treatment or effort.
What is the difference?
If there is a good chance of winning and your allies are with you!
