firsthand

Speech parts

1. firsthand - Adjective

2. firsthand - Adverb

3. firsthand - Adjective Satellite

Meaning

from the original source; directly

received directly from a source

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

at first hand new original close special direct personal primary indigenous privy gonzo internal directly actual closely
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Antonyms

transverse secondary indirect derivative inferior insignificant
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Phrases with the word

firsthand knowledge fact gained through firsthand observation firsthand experience knowledge gained through firsthand observation

Examples

It was one of the most memorable experiences of my life. I got to see firsthand the sacrifices that Israelis make in the name of security because of the dangerous state of affairs there. I will always be a strong supporter of Israel. Gabrielle Giffords

It's hard for me to imagine that some people in the CIA who had firsthand knowledge would be unable to recognize that this would be helpful information for a soldier's death. Chris Shays

Once you have had a glimpse of awareness or Presence, you know it firsthand. It is no longer just a concept in your mind. Eckhart Tolle

If someone is making a judgment when they don't have firsthand experience, it's intolerant. How can you make a judgment on something you don't know about? Beck

I represent the Port of Philadelphia, and I know firsthand the important role that ports play in the national and global economy. I have also seen how simple accidents can have devastating impacts on the port system. Allyson Schwartz

As an adoptive parent myself of foster children, I have seen firsthand the glaring problems of the system currently facing this Nation. Dennis Cardoza

Close letter words and terms

firster firstest firstfruit firsthand experience firsthand knowledge firsthood