| 单词 | steadfast |
| 释义 | steadfast (once / 657 pages) adj Someone who is firm and determined in a belief or a position can be called steadfast in that view, like your mom when she thinks you really shouldn’t wear that outfit. The word steadfast traces back to the Old English word stedefæst, a combination of stede, meaning "place," and fæst, meaning "firmly fixed." Picture a steadfast person standing firmly in place, not wavering or budging an inch, and you’ll have a good sense of what this word means. Someone can be steadfast in a belief, an effort, a plan, or even a refusal. Whatever it is, it means that the person will calmly hold firm to the chosen position and follow through with determination. WORD FAMILYsteadfast: steadfastedly, steadfastly, steadfastness+/steadfastness: steadfastnesss USAGE EXAMPLESWe want to be as steadfast in adversity as they are. Washington Post(Dec 29, 2016) Samantha Power, defended the vote as consistent with “steadfast and unparalleled commitment to the security of Israel,” CNN reported Friday. Washington Times(Dec 27, 2016) In words borrowed from the monastic rite of Compline, Hunthausen with Ryan’s help chose to “resist, steadfast in the faith.” Washington Times(Dec 25, 2016) 1adj marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable steadfast resolve Syn firm, steady, stiff, unbendable, unfaltering, unshakable, unwavering resolute firm in purpose or belief; characterized by firmness and determination 2adj firm and dependable especially in loyalty a steadfast ally Syn staunch, unswerving constant steadfast in purpose or devotion or affection |
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