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fixedness

noun

Definition of fixednessnext
as in stability
the state of continuing without change wasn't comfortable with the fixedness of her stare

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Recent Examples of fixedness Even in the fixedness of their forms—their sententious certitude—a single work may conflate the erotic and the machinic, the vernacular and the archetypal, the abstract and the practical. — Ara H. Merjian, ARTnews.com, 16 Aug. 2026 This phenomenon, known as functional fixedness, is a cognitive bias that limits us to using objects only in how they are traditionally used. — David Henkin, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fixedness
  1. stability
  2. consistency
Noun
  • Unlike fragile physical qubits, which suffer rapid calculation decay from environmental noise, logical qubits group multiple physical qubits together using software protocols to ensure computational stability and accuracy.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026
  • The hull was engineered specifically for long-distance sailing, with a deep-V bow and wide stern that ensure comfort, speed, and stability.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of stability
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  • Over time, that consistency becomes trust—and trust is what sustains long-term client relationships.
    — Steven Boydstun, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Improving consistency and measuring demand are among the remaining steps.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of consistency

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“Fixedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fixedness. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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