firmly positioned or balanced; not shaking, rocking, etc

direct or sure in movement; unfaltering

a steady hand

showing or continuing with little variation or fluctuation; stable or uniform

a steady breeze

steady prices

not easily moved or upset; calm

steady nerves

constant and dependable; consistent, not erratic

a steady worker

steady progress

dated not given to dissipation; sober

a steady lad

to keep or become steady

Her racing heart slowed and steadied

to become or make (somebody or something) steady or steadier

She put a hand on the banister to steady herself

used esp by sailors: in a steady manner; steadily

Steady as she goes!