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steadfast

stead·fast

steadfast

 
pronunciation:
sted faest [or] sted fst
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: able to be trusted or relied on; loyal.
I can always count on my steadfast friend.
synonyms:
constant, dependable, loyal, reliable
similar words:
devoted, faithful, fast, steady, sure, true
definition 2: not likely to change; firmly in place.
He has a steadfast job at the bank.
synonyms:
firm
similar words:
constant, fixed, set, single-minded, stable, stationary, true
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derivations: steadfastly (adv.), steadfastness (n.)
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