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Synonyms of steady

28 similar words · 1 opposite word

Another word for steady is stable. Other synonyms of steady are regular, uniform, level, unyielding and even-keeled. The opposite of steady is unsteady.

Synonyms and similar words for steady

adjectiveFirm in standing or position; not tottering or shaking; fixed; firm.

adjectiveConstant in feeling, purpose, or pursuit; not fickle, changeable, or wavering; not easily moved or...

  • doggedStubbornly persevering, steadfast.

adjectiveSmooth and not bumpy or with obstructions.

adjectivePhlegmatic, calm; not easily upset, excited, or disturbed.

  • even-temperedRemaining calm even in situations that would cause many others to become angry, frustrated, panicky, etc.

adjectiveRegular and even.

  • constantConsistently recurring over time; persistent.

adjectiveSlow.

adjectiveConfident and cool-headed under pressure; competent; reliable, adept.

adjectiveMore synonyms

  • staunchStubborn, intransigent.
  • unyieldingNot giving in; not bending; stubborn.
  • uniformUnvarying; all the same.
  • unvaryingLacking variety; having a uniform character.
  • ponderous
  • stately
  • consistent
  • equableNot easily disturbed; tranquil.
  • even
  • even-keeledStable, not imbalanced.
  • monotonousTedious, repetitious, or lacking in variety.
  • regularHaving a constant pattern; showing evenness of form or appearance.
  • samely dialectalSimilar; monotonous; unvaried.
  • stableRelatively unchanging, steady, permanent; firmly fixed or established; consistent; not easily moved, altered, or...
  • uncheckeredNot checkered; constant, unvarying.
  • unvariedNot varied; monotonous or homogeneous; samely.
  • equal obsoleteNot variable; equable; uniform; even.

Opposite of steady

adjectiveAntonym(s) of.

Meaning of steady

  1. adjective Firm in standing or position; not tottering or shaking; fixed; firm.
  2. adjective Constant in feeling, purpose, or pursuit; not fickle, changeable, or wavering; not easily moved or persuaded to alter a purpose; resolute.
  3. adjective Smooth and not bumpy or with obstructions.

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Questions about synonyms of steady

What is another word for steady?
Steady has 28 synonyms on Word.ws, such as stable, regular, uniform, level, unyielding, even-keeled, dogged and monotonous.
What is the opposite of steady?
The opposite of steady is unsteady.
What does steady mean?
Steady means firm in standing or position; not tottering or shaking; fixed; firm.

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Adapted from Wiktionary: steady (page history and authors) and the entries of the words listed. Text available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 license. Word.ws grouped the synonyms and antonyms by meaning and added links. Wiktionary data of 2026-09-02.

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