nounπShare(usually uncountable) The vault of the heavens, where the clouds, sun, moon, and stars can be seen; the heavens, the sky."Looking up at the clear firmament, the children marveled at the bright stars. "astronomyspacemythologynatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe field or sphere of an activity or interest."the international fashion firmament"areaspaceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareIn the geocentric Ptolemaic system, the eighth celestial sphere which carried the fixed stars; (by extension) any celestial sphere."In old astronomy books, the firmament was described as a giant, starry sphere surrounding the Earth, holding all the stars in place. "astronomyspacemythologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShare(obsolete except biblical) The abode of God and the angels; heaven."Looking up to the star-filled sky, the child imagined the firmament as a beautiful, distant home for angels. "theologyreligionastronomyspacemythologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA piece of jewellery worn in a headdress with numerous gems resembling stars in the sky."The bride's elaborate headdress featured a dazzling firmament, catching the light and resembling a miniature, jeweled night sky. "appearancestylewearroyalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA basis or foundation; a thing which lends strength or support."The firmament of their success was built on years of hard work and dedication. "structuretheoryphilosophyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe act or process of making firm or strengthening."The coach focused on the firmament of the team's defense, running drills to improve their tackling and communication skills. "astronomyspaceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
