steadfastly
/ˈstedfɑːstli/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈstedfæstli/ (ame, ipa)
steadfastly — 副詞
1. in a way that shows you refuse to change your beliefs, goals, or support, especi
堅定地
態度堅決、毫不動搖地
in a way that shows you refuse to change your beliefs, goals, or support, especially when facing difficulty or opposition.
Despite criticism from the media, Aiko steadfastly defended her team's decision to launch the new product.
儘管媒體提出批評，Aiko 仍堅定地捍衛團隊推出新產品的決定。
adverb modifying 'defended' — refusing to change position despite pressure
Carlos steadfastly refused to retire from the family business, believing his children still needed him.
Carlos 堅定地拒絕從家族企業退休，因為他認為孩子們仍需要他。
adverb modifying 'refused' — a firm refusal to change one's mind
Mei steadfastly supported her friend Leila through months of difficult cancer treatment.
Mei 在好友 Leila 長達數月的艱難癌症治療期間，始終堅定地支持她。
Local residents have steadfastly opposed the construction of a highway through their village.
當地居民始終堅定地反對興建一條穿越他們村莊的高速公路。
The charity has steadfastly continued its work in the region, despite repeated threats from local groups.
這家慈善機構堅定地持續在該地區工作，儘管屢次受到當地團體的威脅。
- firmly
more common in everyday speech; less emotional weight
- resolutely
similar register; emphasizes inner determination
- unwaveringly
emphasizes consistency over time; rarer
- staunchly
often used for political or ideological loyalty
- weakly
suggests lack of conviction
- half-heartedly
suggests lack of full commitment
文法句型
steadfastly + verb (e.g. steadfastly refused)
verb + steadfastly (e.g. stood steadfastly)
用法筆記
Frequently used before verbs that express opinions, decisions, or stances (refuse, support, oppose, defend, maintain). More formal than 'firmly' or 'strongly'; common in written English, news reports, and formal speeches.