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Firsthand
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Simple meaning
What does Firsthand mean?
From direct personal experience.
Dictionary definition
Coming directly from personal experience or direct observation.
Example sentences
Firsthand in a sentence
easy
She gave a firsthand account.
medium
I learned firsthand how hard the work was.
hard
Firsthand evidence is stronger when it comes from someone who directly saw or experienced the event.
Synonyms
Words like Firsthand
directComing without another source in between.
Antonyms
Opposite words
secondhandHeard from someone else rather than directly experienced.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to firsthand, depending on context.
Word family
Firsthand word family
Base word
firsthand
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Practice 1
What does firsthand mean?
Firsthand means from direct personal experience.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to firsthand?
Direct is close in meaning to firsthand in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of firsthand?
Secondhand contrasts with firsthand.
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