Unfirm (Adjective)
Meaning 1
(of soil) unstable; "shifting sands"; "unfirm earth".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The construction team struggled to lay a stable foundation on the unfirm soil of the newly excavated site.
- The hikers had to navigate carefully to avoid slipping on the unfirm ground that was still saturated from the previous day's rain.
- The geologists warned that the unfirm earth in the area made it prone to landslides during heavy rainfall.
- The engineer insisted that the unfirm soil conditions required a specially designed foundation to support the weight of the building.
- After the earthquake, the residents were hesitant to rebuild on the unfirm ground, fearing further tremors and instability.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Not firmly or solidly positioned; "climbing carefully up the unsteady ladder"; "an unfirm stance".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She balanced on one leg, her unfirm foot wobbling precariously on the ice.
- The unfirm ground beneath the tent made it difficult to secure the poles.
- After a few too many drinks, his unfirm grip on the steering wheel was unsettling.
- The unfirm rope bridge stretched out before us, creaking ominously in the wind.
- Her unfirm voice cracked as she tried to shout for help.