Steadfast — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈsted-ˌfast/ stead·fast

Meaning & Definition of Steadfast

Steadfast (adjective)

  1. firm in allegiance to a person, belief, or cause, loyal, unswerving
  2. firmly fixed in place, immovable
  3. not subject to change

Steadfast (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. firm in one's allegiance to someone or something

    "a steadfast supporter of women's rights"

    similar: constant, dedicated, devoted, devout, down-the-line, faithful, fast, good, loyal, pious, staunch, steady, true, true-blue
    related: dependable, dutiful, reliable, responsible, solid, tried, tried-and-true, trustworthy, trusty, unfaltering, unhesitating, unwavering, determined, intent, resolute, confirmed, dyed-in-the-wool, inveterate, sworn, ardent, avid, enthusiastic, fervent, fervid, gung ho, impassioned, passionate, serious
    opposite: disloyal, faithless, false, fickle, inconstant, perfidious, recreant, traitorous, treacherous, unfaithful, untrue
    near: irresponsible, undependable, unreliable, untrustworthy, faltering, hesitant, vacillating, wavering, dubious, irresolute, shaky, uncertain, apathetic, dispassionate, uninterested

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Steadfast

The most common words with a similar meaning to Steadfast:

constant, dedicated, devoted, devout, down-the-line, faithful, fast, good, loyal, pious, staunch, steady, true, true-blue

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Steadfast

Words with the opposite meaning of Steadfast:

disloyal, faithless, false, fickle, inconstant, perfidious, recreant, traitorous, treacherous, unfaithful, untrue

Related Words for Steadfast

dependable, dutiful, reliable, responsible, solid, tried, tried-and-true, trustworthy, trusty, unfaltering, unhesitating, unwavering, determined, intent, resolute, confirmed, dyed-in-the-wool, inveterate, sworn, ardent, avid, enthusiastic, fervent, fervid, gung ho, impassioned, passionate, serious

Near Antonyms of Steadfast

irresponsible, undependable, unreliable, untrustworthy, faltering, hesitant, vacillating, wavering, dubious, irresolute, shaky, uncertain, apathetic, dispassionate, uninterested

Word Forms of Steadfast

Derived words: steadfastly (adverb), steadfastness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Steadfast

Middle English stedefast, from Old English stedefæst, from stede + fæst fixed, fast

First known use: before 12th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Steadfast

What does "Steadfast" mean?

"Steadfast" means firm in allegiance to a person, belief, or cause, loyal, unswerving. As an adjective, it is defined as: firm in allegiance to a person, belief, or cause, loyal, unswerving.

What is another word for "Steadfast"?

Other words for "Steadfast" include constant, dedicated, devoted, devout, down-the-line, faithful, fast and good. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Steadfast" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Steadfast"?

There are 42 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Steadfast". Common alternatives include constant, dedicated, devoted, devout, down-the-line, faithful, fast, good, loyal and pious.

What is the opposite of "Steadfast"?

Antonyms of "Steadfast" include disloyal, faithless, false, fickle, inconstant, perfidious, recreant and traitorous. Near antonyms include irresponsible, undependable, unreliable and untrustworthy.

How do you use "Steadfast" in a sentence?

Examples of "Steadfast" in a sentence: "a steadfast supporter of women's rights".

Is "Steadfast" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Steadfast" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Steadfast"?

"Steadfast" is pronounced /ˈsted-ˌfast/ and divided into syllables as stead·fast.

What is the origin of the word "Steadfast"?

"Steadfast" comes from Middle English stedefast, from Old English stedefæst, from stede + fæst fixed, fast. First known use: before 12th century.