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Definition of Steady
1. Adverb. In a steady manner. "He could still walk steadily"
2. Adjective. Not subject to change or variation especially in behavior. "A good steady ballplayer"
Also: Unagitated, Even, Stable
Similar to: Dependable, Rock-steady, Steady-going, Even, Regular, Firm, Level, Unwavering, Steadied, Sure, Footsure, Sure-footed, Surefooted
Derivative terms: Steadiness
Antonyms: Unsteady
Similar to: Dependable, Rock-steady, Steady-going, Even, Regular, Firm, Level, Unwavering, Steadied, Sure, Footsure, Sure-footed, Surefooted
Derivative terms: Steadiness
Antonyms: Unsteady
3. Verb. Make steady. "Steady yourself"
4. Noun. A person loved by another person.
Exact synonyms: Sweetheart, Sweetie, Truelove
Generic synonyms: Lover
Specialized synonyms: Dulcinea, Ladylove, Sugar Daddy, Valentine
Generic synonyms: Lover
Specialized synonyms: Dulcinea, Ladylove, Sugar Daddy, Valentine
5. Adjective. Not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall. "Stocks are still firm"
6. Verb. Support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace. "Brace your elbows while working on the potter's wheel"
Exact synonyms: Brace, Stabilise, Stabilize
Generic synonyms: Beef Up, Fortify, Strengthen
Specialized synonyms: Ballast, Guy
Derivative terms: Brace, Stabilization
Generic synonyms: Beef Up, Fortify, Strengthen
Specialized synonyms: Ballast, Guy
Derivative terms: Brace, Stabilization
7. Adjective. Securely in position; not shaky. "Held the ladder steady"
8. Adjective. Marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable. "Unwavering loyalty"
Exact synonyms: Firm, Steadfast, Stiff, Unbendable, Unfaltering, Unshakable, Unwavering
Similar to: Resolute
Derivative terms: Firmness, Steadfastness, Steadiness, Stiffness
Similar to: Resolute
Derivative terms: Firmness, Steadfastness, Steadiness, Stiffness
9. Adjective. Relating to a person who does something regularly. "A steady drinker"
10. Adjective. Not easily excited or upset. "Steady nerves"
Similar to: Unexcitable
Definition of Steady
1. a. Firm in standing or position; not tottering or shaking; fixed; firm.
2. v. t. To make steady; to hold or keep from shaking, reeling, or falling; to make or keep firm; to support; to make constant, regular, or resolute.
3. v. i. To become steady; to regain a steady position or state; to move steadily.
Definition of Steady
1. Adjective. smooth and not bumpy or with obstructions ¹
2. Adjective. regular and even ¹
3. Adjective. slow ¹
4. Verb. To stabilize something; to prevent from shaking. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Steady
1. firm in position [adj STEADIER, STEADIEST] : STEADILY [adv] / to make steady [v STEADIED, STEADYING, STEADIES] - See also: steady