Steady

Quick meaning: Steady is an adjective meaning Firm in standing or position; not tottering or shaking; fixed; firm.

Meaning

Firm in standing or position; not tottering or shaking; fixed; firm.

More Meanings

1. Constant in feeling, purpose, or pursuit; not fickle, changeable, or wavering; not easily moved or persuaded to alter a purpose; resolute.
2. Smooth and not bumpy or with obstructions.
3. Phlegmatic, calm; not easily upset, excited, or disturbed.
4. Regular and even.
5. (informal, dated) With whom one is going steady.
6. (Singapore, Singlish, predicative) Confident and cool-headed under pressure; competent; reliable, adept.

Example Sentences

a steady ride

Hold the ladder steady while I go up.

a man steady in his principles, in his purpose, or in the pursuit of an object

Their feet steady, their hands diligent, their eyes watchful, and their hearts resolute.

Word Forms

• steadier
• steadiest
• steddy
• stedy
• steadies
• steadying
• steadied

Synonyms for steady

Depending on context, synonyms include robust, solid, untottering, level, dogged, staunch.

Antonyms for steady

Common opposites include unsteady, falteringly, unsteadily, uncertainly.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include steady-going, steadfast, resolute, rock-steady, sure, secure.

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