Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
first-hand
Adjective
/ˈfɜrst hænd/
Definition
Obtained directly from the source, without any intermediary.
Examples
- She has first-hand experience of the challenges involved in starting a business.
- The reporter provided first-hand accounts of the event, having been present during the incident.
- Reading first-hand literature helps to gain authentic insights into the author’s perspective.
Meaning
First-hand refers to information or experiences that are acquired directly, not through hearsay or second-hand accounts.
Synonyms
- Direct
- Primary
- Immediate
- Personal
