steadfast

adjective

stead·fast ˈsted-ˌfast How to pronounce steadfast (audio)

also -fəst

: firmly fixed in place : immovable

: not subject to change

the steadfast doctrine of original sin

Ellen Glasgow

: firm in belief, determination, or adherence : loyal

her followers have remained steadfast

steadfastly adverb

steadfastness

ˈsted-ˌfas(t)-nəs How to pronounce steadfast (audio)

-fəs(t)-

noun

Example Sentences

He was steadfast in his support of the governor's policies. a steadfast supporter of women's rights

Recent Examples on the Web At that time, Lorna Gibson was joined in the fight by her husband and father-in-law, who remained steadfast that their business would not be taken down by false accusations.

Fox News, 15 Sep. 2022 Many posted emojis of diamonds and hands—internet shorthand for someone who holds steadfast to their investments even when there is rising pressure to sell.

Akane Otani, WSJ, 21 Aug. 2022 Contrary to what algorithms on social media may showcase, veganism has been steadfast for generations in communities of color, which is especially noticeable in Baltimore, a minority-majority city.

Ashley Barrientos, Baltimore Sun, 16 Aug. 2022 Borisov has since walked back those comments, but Krikalev was more steadfast in his assessment of the partnership.

Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 4 Aug. 2022 The Chinese companies, however, remain steadfast about the India.

Ananya Bhattacharya, Quartz, 27 July 2022 His presence was steadfast through changing landscapes, both physical and political.

Gaya Gupta, Washington Post, 3 July 2022 Herzog doesn’t engage with any of the actual reasons Onoda remained so bizarrely steadfast, preferring instead to see him as yet another person trapped in a dream-narrative created to justify the absurdity of the world.

Ryu Spaeth, The New Republic, 2 June 2022 While the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene condemns the use of the bodega cats, deli owners and customers alike are steadfast in their adoration of them.

Fox News, 8 Aug. 2022 See More

单词	steadfastness
释义	steadfast adjective stead·fast ˈsted-ˌfast also -fəst 1 a : firmly fixed in place : immovable b : not subject to change the steadfast doctrine of original sin Ellen Glasgow 2 : firm in belief, determination, or adherence : loyal her followers have remained steadfast steadfastly adverb steadfastness ˈsted-ˌfas(t)-nəs -fəs(t)- noun Did you know? Steadfast has held its ground for many centuries. Its Old English predecessor, stedefæst, combines stede (meaning "place" or "stead") and fæst (meaning "firmly fixed"). The word was first used in battle contexts to describe warriors who stood their ground, which led to its "immovable" sense. That sense gave way to the word's use as an adjective implying unswerving faith, loyalty, or devotion. Synonyms constant dedicated devoted devout down-the-line faithful fast good loyal pious staunch stanch steady true true-blue See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences He was steadfast in his support of the governor's policies. a steadfast supporter of women's rights Recent Examples on the Web At that time, Lorna Gibson was joined in the fight by her husband and father-in-law, who remained steadfast that their business would not be taken down by false accusations. Fox News, 15 Sep. 2022 Many posted emojis of diamonds and hands—internet shorthand for someone who holds steadfast to their investments even when there is rising pressure to sell. Akane Otani, WSJ, 21 Aug. 2022 Contrary to what algorithms on social media may showcase, veganism has been steadfast for generations in communities of color, which is especially noticeable in Baltimore, a minority-majority city. Ashley Barrientos, Baltimore Sun, 16 Aug. 2022 Borisov has since walked back those comments, but Krikalev was more steadfast in his assessment of the partnership. Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 4 Aug. 2022 The Chinese companies, however, remain steadfast about the India. Ananya Bhattacharya, Quartz, 27 July 2022 His presence was steadfast through changing landscapes, both physical and political. Gaya Gupta, Washington Post, 3 July 2022 Herzog doesn’t engage with any of the actual reasons Onoda remained so bizarrely steadfast, preferring instead to see him as yet another person trapped in a dream-narrative created to justify the absurdity of the world. Ryu Spaeth, The New Republic, 2 June 2022 While the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene condemns the use of the bodega cats, deli owners and customers alike are steadfast in their adoration of them. Fox News, 8 Aug. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Middle English stedefast, from Old English stedefæst, from stede + fæst fixed, fast First Known Use before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Kids Definition steadfast adjective stead·fast ˈsted-ˌfast 1 : not changing : resolute a steadfast refusal 2 : loyal steadfast friends steadfastness noun as in dedication adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty his refusal to be swayed on this issue is more the result of stubbornness than principled steadfastness Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance dedication loyalty commitment devotion allegiance fidelity faithfulness constancy faith fealty devotedness piety adhesion attachment fastness firmness affection dependability determination troth reliability trustworthiness fondness resolution trustiness trustability Antonyms & Near Antonyms treachery faithlessness disloyalty perfidy inconstancy falsity unfaithfulness falseness infidelity perfidiousness alienation separation disaffection estrangement See More
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steadfast

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