Steadfast: meaning, definitions and examples

🤝
Add to dictionary

steadfast

 

[ ˈstɛdfæst ]

Context #1

loyalty

resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering

Synonyms

committed, dedicated, loyal

Examples of usage

  • She remained steadfast in her support for the cause.
  • Despite the challenges, he remained steadfast in his commitment to the project.
Context #2

loyalty

in a resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering manner

Synonyms

dutifully, loyally, unwaveringly

Examples of usage

  • She stood steadfast by her friend during tough times.
  • He worked steadfastly towards his goal.

Translations

Translations of the word "steadfast" in other languages:

🇵🇹 firme

🇮🇳 दृढ़

🇩🇪 standhaft

🇮🇩 teguh

🇺🇦 непохитний

🇵🇱 niezłomny

🇯🇵 不動の

🇫🇷 inébranlable

🇪🇸 firme

🇹🇷 sabit

🇰🇷 확고한

🇸🇦 ثابت

🇨🇿 neochvějný

🇸🇰 neochvejný

🇨🇳 坚定的

🇸🇮 neomajen

🇮🇸 staðfastur

🇰🇿 берік

🇬🇪 მტკიცე

🇦🇿 möhkəm

🇲🇽 firme

Word origin

The word 'steadfast' originated from the Middle English word 'stedefast', which combines 'stede' (place) and 'fast' (firm). It has been used since the 14th century to describe someone who is firm and unwavering in their loyalty or commitment.