FIRSTHAND Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

firsthand

adjective

ˈfərst-ˈhand

Definition of firsthand

as in primary

done or working without something else coming in between had firsthand knowledge of the events of that evening

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Recent Examples of firsthand Visiting people in their communities and gaining firsthand insight into Norway’s diverse realities became a fundamental part of their work. — Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026 The bonds that tie a clubhouse together take root in spring training, but firsthand experience has shown Hays that taking part in meaningful wins can tear down walls pretty quickly. — Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Aug. 2026 DeGeneres, who has known Meghan for years, had firsthand experience relocating to the UK alongside Portia, and was therefore very helpful. — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 24 Aug. 2026 Bass will bring her firsthand account on the show’s place in pop culture. — Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for firsthand

Recent Examples of Synonyms for firsthand

Adjective

In 2025, Kelley told PEOPLE exclusively that his wife was his primary motivation for pursuing sobriety.

— Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
Fields and Mooney, who should take Austin’s place as the primary slot receiver, will be the other starters.

— Dan Duggan, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of primary

Adjective

Trout, the face of the franchise, has nonetheless been clear and direct about his desire to remain in Anaheim.

— Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
The money supported Parton’s My People Fund, which provided direct financial assistance to families who lost their homes.

— Janelle Ash , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of direct

Adjective

His best explanations for this are pressure from shareholders to prioritize immediate returns over long-term investments, and years of obsession with digital that came at the expense of physical retail.

— Hilary Milnes, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026
These models predict what the fuel will do in the immediate future.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026