Synonyms

steadfastly

American

[sted-fast-lee, -fahst-, -fuhst-] / ˈstɛdˌfæst li, -ˌfɑst-, -fəst- /

adverb

in a way that is fixed, steady, or firm.

Her eyes remained steadfastly fixed on the fire.
The sheriff has steadfastly denied any wrongdoing.

Other Word Forms

oversteadfastly adverb
unsteadfastly adverb

Etymology

Origin of steadfastly

steadfast ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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In a post on X, Pezeshkian extended his condolences to the Iranian people over the officials' deaths, adding he was "certain their path will continue more steadfastly than before".

From BBC

Throughout the WBC, the Venezuelans steadfastly refused to discuss the ongoing turmoil back home or talk about their hosts.

From The Wall Street Journal

They “steadfastly refused” any financial assistance from their families, Nick Fink said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Takaichi has vowed that Japan will steadfastly protect its territory, territorial waters and airspace.

From Barron's

Takaichi said after her election win that Tokyo would bolster its defences and "steadfastly protect" its territory.

From Barron's

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