fixed

Definition

  • adjective: placed or attached in a way that does not move easily
  • adjective: securely placed or fastened
  • used to describe something that does not change
  • synonyms: stationary

Examples

  • All eyes were 'fixed on' her as she entered the room. [=everyone looked at her as she entered the room]

  • She 'has her hopes fixed on' a career in journalism. [=she hopes/wants to have a career in journalism]

  • All eyes 'fixed on' her as she entered the room. [=everyone looked at her as she entered the room]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) You know that. I'm afraid we all have our orders, Major. Once you reach your objective, Dillon will evaluate the situation and take charge. Rendezvous points and radio freqs are indicated and fixed. - AWACS contact on four-hour intervals. - Who's our backup? No such thing. This is a one-way ticket. (..)
    1987 Predator
  • (..) - It's been a long time, General. Come on inside. hours ago, we lost a chopper... carrying a cabinet minister and his aide from this charming little country. We've got a transponder fixed on their position... about here. This cabinet minister, does he always travel on the wrong side of the border? (..)
    1987 Predator