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steadiest

steadiest is the superlative form of steady.

Meaning of steady

Adjective

steady (comparative steadier, superlative steadiest)

  1. Firm in standing or position; not tottering or shaking; fixed; firm.
    • Hold the ladder steady while I go up.
  2. Constant 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
    Synonyms:
    dogged
  3. Smooth and not bumpy or with obstructions.
    • a steady ride
    Synonyms:
    fluid
  4. Phlegmatic, calm; not easily upset, excited, or disturbed.
    • a steady tone of voice
    Synonyms:
    even-tempered
  5. Regular and even.
    • the steady course of the Sun; a steady breeze of wind
    Synonyms:
    constant
  6. Slow.
    Synonyms:
    glacial

See all 16 meanings of steady

Questions about steadiest

What is steadiest the superlative form of?
Steadiest is the superlative form of steady.

Words near steadiest in the dictionary

  1. steadied the ship
  2. steadier
  3. steadiers
  4. steadies
  5. steadies the ship
  6. steadiest
  7. steadily
  8. steadiment
  9. steadiments
  10. steadiness
  11. steadinesses

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