Fastness
noun
The quality of being firmly fixed or not easily moved.
The fastness of the knot ensured the boat was securely tied to the dock.
Often appears as...
- fastness of a knot
- fastness of a structure
noun
A fortified or secure place.
The castle served as a fastness for the royal family during the war.
Often appears as...
- castle fastness
- mountain fastness
noun
The ability of a color or dye to remain bright and not fade over time.
The fastness of the dye ensures the fabric remains vibrant for a long time.
Often appears as...
- fastness of dye
- fastness of color
Usage tips
Technical
noun
The quality of being firmly fixed or not easily moved.
The fastness of the knot ensured the boat was securely tied to the dock.
Often appears as...
- fastness of a knot
- fastness of a structure
noun
A fortified or secure place.
The castle served as a fastness for the royal family during the war.
Often appears as...
- castle fastness
- mountain fastness
noun
The ability of a color or dye to remain bright and not fade over time.
The fastness of the dye ensures the fabric remains vibrant for a long time.
Often appears as...
- fastness of dye
- fastness of color
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Security
Refers to solid attachment or positioning that resists movement or separation.
The shelf's fastness prevents it from wobbling.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
Can imply reliability or emotional strength, not just physical sturdiness.
His fastness to his principles made him a trusted leader.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Fast Speed
Don't confuse it with 'quickness'; 'fastness' isn't about speed.
Despite the storm, the fastness of the building remained intact.
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Security
Refers to solid attachment or positioning that resists movement or separation.
The shelf's fastness prevents it from wobbling.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
Can imply reliability or emotional strength, not just physical sturdiness.
His fastness to his principles made him a trusted leader.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Fast Speed
Don't confuse it with 'quickness'; 'fastness' isn't about speed.
Despite the storm, the fastness of the building remained intact.
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Security
Refers to solid attachment or positioning that resists movement or separation.
The shelf's fastness prevents it from wobbling.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
Can imply reliability or emotional strength, not just physical sturdiness.
His fastness to his principles made him a trusted leader.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Fast Speed
Don't confuse it with 'quickness'; 'fastness' isn't about speed.
Despite the storm, the fastness of the building remained intact.
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Video examples
Illustrating the Beauty...
how small we are in the grand scheme of the universe and it means the whole world to just see the ocean and look at its fastness and like right this is this is what life's about
Video examples
Illustrating the Beauty...
how small we are in the grand scheme of the universe and it means the whole world to just see the ocean and look at its fastness and like right this is this is what life's about
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Quote examples
Sandeep Singh
Indian Athlete
Because of so much fastness in the game, those who play hockey and those who have knowledge about it, they enjoy the game. But the normal public doesn't like it.
Quote examples
Sandeep Singh
Indian Athlete
Because of so much fastness in the game, those who play hockey and those who have knowledge about it, they enjoy the game. But the normal public doesn't like it.
Example 1 of 1
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