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Steady

noun
/ˈstɛdi/
Word Frequency: 21.1

Definitions

1.nounA rest or support, as for the hand, a tool, or a piece of work.
2.nounA regular boyfriend or girlfriend.
3.nounA prostitute's regular customer.
4.verbTo stabilize something; to prevent from shaking.
5.adjectiveFirm in standing or position; not tottering or shaking; fixed; firm.
"Hold the ladder steady while I go up."
6.adjectiveConstant in feeling, purpose, or pursuit; not fickle, changeable, or wavering; not easily moved or persuaded to alter a purpose; resolute.
"a man steady in his principles, in his purpose, or in the pursuit of an object"
7.adjectiveSmooth and not bumpy or with obstructions.
"a steady ride"
8.adjectiveRegular and even.
"the steady course of the Sun;  a steady breeze of wind"
9.adjectiveSlow.
10.adverbTo row with pressure at a low stroke-rating, often 18 strokes per minute.
"After the sprint pieces, we rowed steady for the rest of practice."

Synonyms

doggedstaunchunyieldingrobustsoliduntotteringconstantuniformunvaryingglacialponderousstately

Antonyms

unsteady

Rhymes With

headyunsteadyreadythreadyneddyalreadyleddyedie
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