steadfast

/ˈstedfɑːst/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈstedfæst/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈsted-ˌfast also -fəst/ (ame, mw)

steadfast — adjective

  • steadfastpositive
  • more steadfastcomparative
  • most steadfastsuperlative

1. keeping the same strong support for someone, an idea, or an aim, even when press

1.形容詞C1
釋義

keeping the same strong support for someone, an idea, or an aim, even when pressure or trouble could make you give up or change your mind.

例句

Aaron remained steadfast in his support for the teachers' strike.

remain steadfast in support for [cause]

Even after two defeats, Kemi stayed steadfast behind the new coach.

stay steadfast behind [person]

同義詞
  • loyal

    focuses more directly on faithfulness to a person, group, or cause

  • unwavering

    very close in meaning; often highlights not changing under pressure

  • resolute

    stresses firm determination, especially about carrying out a decision

反義詞
  • wavering

    describes someone whose support or belief becomes unsure or unstable

  • fickle

    suggests changing feelings or loyalties too easily

  • disloyal

    focuses on failing to stay faithful to a person or cause

文法句型

remain steadfast in [noun/gerund]

stay steadfast behind [person/cause]

steadfast support for [person/cause]

用法筆記

Often used after remain or stay, and commonly followed by in + noun or gerund to show continued loyalty or commitment through pressure, delay, or criticism.

常見錯誤

❌She has a steadfast hand, so the photo is clear.
✅She has a steady hand, so the photo is clear.
💡'steadfast' is about loyalty or determination, not physical stability.