FIRSTHAND Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

firsthand

adjective

ˈfərst-ˈhand

Definition of firsthand

as in primary

done or working without something else coming in between had firsthand knowledge of the events of that evening

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Recent Examples of firsthand His work emphasizes immersive, firsthand experiences in remote destinations, often highlighting places that are largely inaccessible to the public. — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 That would put a major operator with firsthand experience of Wendy’s restaurants alongside Peltz at a time when Wright says franchisee economics are under pressure. — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 19 Aug. 2026 Allure beauty director, Sarah Kinonen, has firsthand experience with the pairing. — Kelsey Stewart, Allure, 18 Aug. 2026 Police said anyone with firsthand information or evidence about the incident should contact the Raleigh Police Department directly rather than sharing information on social media. — Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for firsthand

Recent Examples of Synonyms for firsthand

Adjective

In 2025, Kelley told PEOPLE exclusively that his wife was his primary motivation for pursuing sobriety.

— Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
Fields and Mooney, who should take Austin’s place as the primary slot receiver, will be the other starters.

— Dan Duggan, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of primary

Adjective

Trout, the face of the franchise, has nonetheless been clear and direct about his desire to remain in Anaheim.

— Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
The money supported Parton’s My People Fund, which provided direct financial assistance to families who lost their homes.

— Janelle Ash , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of direct

Adjective

The oil market remains in backwardation, a phenomenon that occurs where futures contracts with immediate or near-term deliveries sell at a premium over later deliveries, suggesting an expectation that prices will fall over time.

— Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
This weekend, religious leaders are expected to travel to Springfield to request the immediate release of one of the pastors, Joubert Adrien, from immigration detention after he was detained while riding as a passenger in a car.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026