steadfast Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable
    firm; unbendable; stiff; steady; unfaltering; unshakable; unwavering.
    • firm convictions
    • a firm mouth
    • steadfast resolve
    • a man of unbendable perseverence
    • unwavering loyalty
  2. adjective satellite firm and dependable especially in loyalty
    staunch; unswerving.
    • a steadfast ally
    • a staunch defender of free speech
    • unswerving devotion
    • unswerving allegiance

WordNet

Stead"fast adjective
Etymology
Stead + fast, that is, fast in place.
Written also stedfast.
Definitions
  1. Firmly fixed or established; fast fixed; firm. "This steadfast globe of earth." Spenser.
  2. Not fickle or wavering; constant; firm; resolute; unswerving; steady. "Steadfast eye." Shak.
    Abide steadfast unto him [thy neighbor] in the time of his trouble. Ecclus. xxii. 23.
    Whom resist steadfast in the faith. 1 Pet. v. 9.

Webster 1913