steadfast
Americanadjective
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fixed in direction; steadily directed.
a steadfast gaze.
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firm in purpose, resolution, faith, attachment, etc., as a person.
a steadfast friend.
- Synonyms:
- constant, reliable, dependable, sure
- Antonyms:
- variable, capricious
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unwavering, as resolution, faith, adherence, etc.
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firmly established, as an institution or a state of affairs.
- Synonyms:
- stable
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firmly fixed in place or position.
- Synonyms:
- stable
adjective
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(esp of a person's gaze) fixed in intensity or direction; steady
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unwavering or determined in purpose, loyalty, etc
steadfast resolve
Related Words
Steadfast, staunch, steady imply a sureness and continuousness that may be depended upon. Steadfast literally means fixed in place, but is chiefly used figuratively to indicate undeviating constancy or resolution: steadfast in one's faith. Staunch literally means watertight, as of a vessel, and therefore strong and firm; figuratively, it is used of loyal support that will endure strain: a staunch advocate of free trade. Literally, steady is applied to that which is relatively firm in position or continuous in movement or duration: a steady flow; figuratively, it implies sober regularity or persistence: a steady worker.
Other Word Forms
- oversteadfast adjective
- steadfastly adverb
- steadfastness noun
- unsteadfast adjective
Etymology
Origin of steadfast
First recorded before 1000; Middle English stedefast, Old English stedefæst; stead, fast 1
Example Sentences
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While the deal comes with clear trade-offs and leaves questions about the future of India's aviation manufacturing ambitions, experts like Mr Sutar argue that Russia's role as a "steadfast supporter" of India remains key.
From BBC
Above all, we must again honor the promise Australia made to its Jewish community and ensure this country is once again the safe haven and steadfast friend it once was.
With the exception of Nacua repeatedly banging his fist to his chest — can you blame him? — the Rams are steady and steadfast and just so scary.
From Los Angeles Times
He even shouted out Our Lady of Guadalupe’s feast day, commending the “steadfast devotion to Mary that originated in the heart of Mexico.”
From Los Angeles Times
Whereas U.S.-Venezuelan relations have been strained for more than a quarter of a century, Colombia has long been viewed as a steadfast ally, receiving billions in aid from Washington destined for antidrug campaigns.
From Los Angeles Times
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