Entry Word: steady

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 firm in oneʼs allegiance to someone or something <even as wild accusations were circulating, she remained steady in her support for the candidate> — see faithful 1
2 appearing or occurring repeatedly from time to time <a popular author who produced a steady output of best sellers over the years> — see regular 1
3 not undergoing a change in condition <a steady breeze from the west> — see constant 1
4 not varying <support for her presidential bid has been steady> — see uniform
5 worthy of one's trust <a quiet but steady man who is one of the pillars of the community> — see dependable