Associations to the word «Fastness»

Wiktionary

FASTNESS, noun. A secure or fortified place; a stronghold, a fortress
FASTNESS, noun. The state of being fast.
FASTNESS, noun. Firmness, security
FASTNESS, noun. Rapidity, swiftness
FASTNESS, noun. The ability of a dye to withstand fading

Dictionary definition

FASTNESS, noun. A rate (usually rapid) at which something happens; "the project advanced with gratifying speed".
FASTNESS, noun. The quality of being fixed in place as by some firm attachment.
FASTNESS, noun. A strongly fortified defensive structure.

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy