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Definition fixed in British English

fixed adjective

adjective
/fɪkst/
1

something such as an amount, date, or time that is fixed has been agreed on and will not change

Example

a fixed price

Example

The contract is for a fixed period of three years.

Example

The interest rate on the loan is fixed.

Synonyms and related words
unchanging firm rigid
1.1

a fixed expression on someone's face does not change or look natural

Example

a fixed smile

Synonyms and related words
absent appealing beatific
1.2

a fixed idea or opinion does not change although it may be wrong

Example

My mother has fixed ideas about how to bring up children.

Synonyms and related words
abstract central theoretical
2

something that is fixed is fastened in one position so that it does not move

Example

Make sure bookcases are securely fixed to the wall in case of earthquake.

Example

These fixed curtains cannot be fully opened.

Synonyms and related words
tight firm steady
3

if something such as a game or election is fixed, it is dishonestly arranged so that it has the result that someone wants

Synonyms and related words
strategic tactical workable
Definition fixed in British English