fixed
adjective
ˈfikst 
1
a
: securely placed or fastened : stationary
b(1)
: nonvolatile
(2)
: formed into a chemical compound
c(1)
: not subject to change or fluctuation
a fixed income
(2)
: firmly set in the mind
a fixed idea
(3)
: having a final or crystallized form or character
(4)
: recurring on the same date from year to year
fixed holidays
d
: immobile, concentrated
a fixed stare
2
: supplied with something (such as money) needed
comfortably fixed
fixedly
ˈfik-səd-lē
adverb ˈfikst-lē
fixedness
ˈfik-səd-nəs
noun ˈfiks(t)-nəs
Synonyms
- certain
- determinate
- final
- firm
- flat
- frozen
- hard
- hard-and-fast
- inexpugnable
- set
- settled
- stable
See all Synonyms & Antonyms 
Example Sentences
a small mirror fixed to the wall That day remains fixed in my memory.
Recent Examples on the Web Stadiums with fixed or retractable roofs were not included. 
Joe Taschler, Journal Sentinel, 9 Sep. 2022 Choose a fixed or variable interest rate as well as a student loan repayment term from 5 to 20 years. Zack Friedman, Forbes, 14 May 2022 In an interview with Yahoo Finance, Rick Rieder, CIO of global fixed income at Blackrock, suggested this deleveraging is contributing greatly to the massive drop in the price of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Dan Runkevicius, Forbes, 22 June 2022 For some, gender expression is an ongoing conversation and an evolving experience, not a fixed endpoint. Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 2 Aug. 2022 This new charger supports the PD 3.1 standard with a fixed voltage and power output of 28V/140W. Along with faster charging and wider compatibility, this PD 3.1 GaN charger is ideal for powering and charging high-end laptops and other USB-C devices. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 24 July 2022 The demo vehicle uses two different actuation methods: in the front, each caliper has its own master cylinder, which is connected hydraulically to the fixed caliper. Dave Vanderwerp, Car and Driver, 23 July 2022 As part of the Pop Up Parade line from Good Smile Company, this White Traveler is a fixed pose statue at around 17.5 cm in height. Ollie Barder, Forbes, 16 July 2022 The current design for a new bridge is 116 feet high with a fixed span. oregonlive, 2 July 2022 See More
Joe Taschler, Journal Sentinel, 9 Sep. 2022 Choose a fixed or variable interest rate as well as a student loan repayment term from 5 to 20 years. Zack Friedman, Forbes, 14 May 2022 In an interview with Yahoo Finance, Rick Rieder, CIO of global fixed income at Blackrock, suggested this deleveraging is contributing greatly to the massive drop in the price of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Dan Runkevicius, Forbes, 22 June 2022 For some, gender expression is an ongoing conversation and an evolving experience, not a fixed endpoint. Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 2 Aug. 2022 This new charger supports the PD 3.1 standard with a fixed voltage and power output of 28V/140W. Along with faster charging and wider compatibility, this PD 3.1 GaN charger is ideal for powering and charging high-end laptops and other USB-C devices. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 24 July 2022 The demo vehicle uses two different actuation methods: in the front, each caliper has its own master cylinder, which is connected hydraulically to the fixed caliper. Dave Vanderwerp, Car and Driver, 23 July 2022 As part of the Pop Up Parade line from Good Smile Company, this White Traveler is a fixed pose statue at around 17.5 cm in height. Ollie Barder, Forbes, 16 July 2022 The current design for a new bridge is 116 feet high with a fixed span. oregonlive, 2 July 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from past participle of fixen "to fix entry 1" (or directly from Latin fīxus + -ed -ed entry 2)
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a
Phrases Containing fixed
Kids Definition
fixed
adjective
ˈfikst
1
: not changing : set
… Phoebe wore a fixed expression … Sharon Creech, Walk Two Moons
Sharon Creech, Walk Two Moons2
: firmly placed
A mirror is fixed to the wall.
That day is fixed in my memory.
fixed 1 of 2
adjective
1
as in stable
having been established and usually not subject to change the baseball card dealer's prices were fixed, so bargaining was not an option Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- stable
- unchangeable
- unchanging
- settled
- certain
- set
- determinate
- frozen
- final
- flat
- constant
- firm
- steady
- hard
- inexpugnable
- uniform
- given
- nonadjustable
- specific
- definite
- stated
- stipulated
- good
- hard-and-fast
- exact
- unwavering
- reliable
- nonnegotiable
- dependable
- explicit
- responsible
- solid
- tried
- noncancelable
- true
- safe
- sure
- trustworthy
- trusty
- tried-and-true
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- adjustable
- changeable
- negotiable
- variable
- unspecified
- indefinite
- unstable
- mutable
- fluctuating
- volatile
- uncertain
- fluid
- unpredictable
- inconstant
- unsettled
- capricious
- temperamental
- mercurial
- changeful
- open-ended
- unsteady
- flickery
2
as in unchangeable
not capable of changing or being changed interest accrues at a fixed rate Synonyms & Similar Words
- unchangeable
- unchanging
- invariable
- determinate
- immutable
- unalterable
- constant
- established
- settled
- steadfast
- inalterable
- stable
- inflexible
- changeless
- set
- incommutable
- steady
- unaltered
- unvarying
- immovable
- unmovable
- hard-and-fast
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- variable
- flexible
- adjustable
- changeable
- elastic
- adaptable
- mutable
- unstable
- uncertain
- alterable
- varying
- plastic
- fickle
- unsettled
- fluctuating
- pliable
- inconstant
- pliant
- supple
- willowy
fixed
2 of 2verb
1
as in placed
to arrange something in a certain spot or position fixed my hair so that it would stop falling in my eyes Synonyms & Similar Words
- placed
- situated
- put
- positioned
- stuck
- located
- deposited
- disposed
- laid
- set
- emplaced
- locked
- set up
- shifted
- deposed
- rearranged
- established
- parked
- moved
- reordered
- planted
- oriented
- slapped
- assembled
- carried
- plumped
- clapped
- anchored
- collected
- settled
- affixed
- plopped
- wedged
- plonked down
- planked
- ensconced
- laid out
- flopped
- plunked
- plonked
- lodged
- plunked down
- queued
- set down
- niched
- clapt
- ranked
- berthed
- lined up
- arrayed
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- removed
- relocated
- took
- replaced
- superseded
- banished
- displaced
- dislodged
- supplanted
2
as in attached
to cause (something) to hold to another first, you need to fix those pieces of wood together Synonyms & Similar Words
- attached
- affixed
- glued
- tied
- fastened
- clipped
- connected
- clamped
- screwed
- pinned
- adhered
- stuck
- linked
- strapped
- bent
- hanged
- tackled
- toggled
- stapled
- tacked
- latched
- riveted
- clenched
- clinched
- refixed
- harnessed
- shackled
- pasted
- cinched
- nailed
- bolted
- lashed
- coapted
- clasped
- hung
- hasped
- united
- refastened
- reattached
- resecured
- yoked
- plastered
- reaffixed
- joined
- buttoned
- laced
- battened
- belayed
- did up
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- detached
- divided
- unhooked
- split
- disconnected
- separated
- unfastened
- severed
- undid
- dissociated
- divorced
- broke up
- uncoupled
- loosened
- parted
- disjoined
- sundered
- dissevered
- disjointed
- disunited
- loosed
- unlinked
- untied
- unfixed
- unbound
- unyoked
- unlashed
3
as in decided
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 Synonyms & Similar Words
- decided
- arranged
- resolved
- set
- completed
- disposed of
- chose
- settled
- planned
- designed
- finalized
- determined
- shaped
- finished
- promised
- agreed (on)
- calculated
- confirmed
- approved
- figured
- programmed
- hammered out
- concluded
- contracted
- laid out
- charted
- pledged
- closed
- worked out
- maneuvered
- affirmed
- framed
- drafted
- negotiated
- authorized
- opted
- schematized
- sanctioned
- schemed
- concerted
- intrigued
- dealt
- wrapped up
- ended
- programed
- mapped (out)
- squared away
- warranted
- blueprinted
- okayed
- wound up
- cleared
- bargained
- chaffered
- haggled
- horse-traded
- dickered
- winded up
- rounded (off or out)
- OK'd
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- dropped
- called
- repealed
- recalled
- revoked
- rescinded
- aborted
- differed (over)
- opposed
- disagreed (with)
- countered
- resisted
- debated
- protested
- objected
- called off
- disputed
- contested
4
as in 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? Synonyms & Similar Words
- set
- picked
- specified
- appointed
- arranged
- designated
- selected
- named
- determined
- chose
- announced
- assigned
- adopted
- established
- preferred
- settled
- declared
- coordinated
- advertised
- pinned (down)
- published
- opted (for)
- orchestrated
- singled (out)
5
as in prepared
to make ready in advance would you mind fixing dinner tonight? Synonyms & Similar Words
- prepared
- arranged
- provided
- readied
- fitted
- equipped
- prepped
- fit
- laid
- groomed
- furnished
- fortified
- mounted
- braced
- supplied
- trained
- educated
- primed
- instructed
- steeled
- set
- schooled
- armed
- battened
- geared up
- gathered
- indoctrinated
- girt
- tutored
- inclined
- predisposed
- spread
- girded
- framed
- drafted
- drew up
- outfitted
- booted (up)
- forearmed
- warmed (up)
6
as in repaired
to put into good shape or working order again have to fix the car before we can go Synonyms & Similar Words
- repaired
- rebuilt
- adjusted
- patched
- reconstructed
- overhauled
- restored
- modified
- renovated
- reconditioned
- improved
- revamped
- refreshed
- maintained
- serviced
- mended
- cured
- renewed
- rectified
- corrected
- doctored
- fixed up
- prepared
- refurbished
- regenerated
- conditioned
- revived
- healed
- aided
- redressed
- helped
- ameliorated
- readied
- freshened
- reformed
- righted
- furbished
- enhanced
- meliorated
- refreshened
- revitalized
- enriched
- rejuvenated
- bettered
- cared (for)
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- broke
- damaged
- ruined
- hurt
- impaired
- wrecked
- flawed
- injured
- harmed
- marred
- spoiled
- disfigured
- defaced
- disabled
- crippled
- spoilt
- mutilated
- mangled
- vandalized
- blemished
- maimed
7
as in secured
to put securely in place or in a desired position fixed the mittens to the child's snowsuit Synonyms & Similar Words
- secured
- fastened
- clamped
- anchored
- hitched
- caught
- set
- moored
- embedded
- wedged
- imbedded
- stuffed
- entrenched
- lodged
- implanted
- ingrained
- engrained
- intrenched
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- loosened
- unfastened
- loosed
- unfixed
- extracted
- unloosed
- pulled
- tore (out)
- unloosened
- yanked
- uprooted
- rooted (out)
- prized
- pried
- wrested
8
as in embedded
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter the image of what Santa Claus looks like is solidly fixed in our minds Synonyms & Similar Words
- embedded
- rooted
- lodged
- entrenched
- impacted
- placed
- imbedded
- stuck
- implanted
- bedded
- ingrained
- put
- engrained
- intrenched
- enrooted
- imbued
- established
- infused
- instilled
- settled
- beat (into)
- drove (into)
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- eliminated
- removed
- rooted (out)
- dislodged
- eradicated
- uprooted
- disconnected
- detached
- ejected
- expelled
- disengaged
9
as in altered
to remove the sex organs of the animal shelter requires a pledge from the adoptive owner that they will have their new pet fixed Synonyms & Similar Words
- altered
- sterilized
- neutered
- castrated
- desexed
- emasculated
- spayed
- gelded
10
as in healed
to restore to a healthy condition it took surgery and months of physical therapy to completely fix her bum knee Synonyms & Similar Words
- healed
- cured
- rehabilitated
- repaired
- treated
- revived
- alleviated
- set up
- mended
- relieved
- rehabbed
- remedied
- physicked
- medicated
- renewed
- doctored
- resuscitated
- revitalized
- rejuvenated
- ministered (to)
- fortified
- attended (to)
- nursed
- cared (for)
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- damaged
- impaired
- disabled
- mutilated
- crippled
- mangled
- hurt
- injured
- harmed
- wounded
- weakened
- laid up
- afflicted
- wasted
- lacerated
- lamed
- maimed
- sapped
- sickened
- ailed
- enfeebled
- debilitated
- enervated