steadfastness

noun

Definition of steadfastnessnext
as in dedication
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty his refusal to be swayed on this issue is more the result of stubbornness than principled steadfastness

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Recent Examples of steadfastness His steadfastness seemed to reflect a recognition that God’s purpose and foundation had never truly been broken down. — Liesl Ehmke, Christian Science Monitor, 15 July 2026 Diplomatic steadfastness helped us in the face of international pressure. — Naftali Bennett, Time, 9 July 2026 There’s something classically anarchic about Kate Moss, but her delicate Americana anchor signals stability and steadfastness—that, or an unquenchable yearning for the sea. — Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 9 Mar. 2026 Capricorn December 22 – January 19 By afternoon, steadfastness becomes your edge. — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026 December 22 – January 19 By afternoon, steadfastness becomes your edge. — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2026 Cabbage’s steadfastness is a boon indeed. — Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 17 Feb. 2026 Wallace, by implication, was concerned with patience, steadfastness, and tranquillity precisely because these virtues often eluded him in life. — Hermione Hoby, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026 The prize for this steadfastness is playing the next Super Bowl halftime show. — Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 2 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for steadfastness
  1. dedication
  2. loyalty
  3. commitment
  4. allegiance
  5. devotion
  6. fidelity
Noun
  • Kids frolicked in the new Nikki Spoelstra Play Forest, one of the segment’s highlights, while a band played and vendors hawked food by South Miami City Hall as advocates and officials spoke at the dedication.
    — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Julius Murga has deep roots in Wrigleyville, but his dedication to Sports World Chicago is rivaled only by Ganal.
    — Noel Brennan, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of dedication
Noun
  • As loyalty moves from a retention tactic to a growth engine, the redemption experience deserves the same design and measurement rigor CMOs already apply to the acquisition funnel.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of loyalty
Noun
  • The result is a style that moves effortlessly from morning to night, through work and any commitments after.
    — Talia Abbas, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026
  • The incident was due to an engineering failure aboard the warship, the US 7th Fleet said in a statement to CNN, another setback as concerns mount over the heavy strain on the US Navy due to the Iran war and global commitments.
    — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of commitment
Noun
  • One of two soaking tubs faces the terrace, inviting equal allegiance to indoors and out.
    — Natalie Hoberman, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Aniston and Holmes have both separately pledged their allegiance to this exact Jo Malone London perfume.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of allegiance
Noun
  • Other rules stem from Xi’s signature anti-corruption campaign and demand for absolute devotion to the ruling Communist Party.
    — Sylvie Zhuang, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026
  • After a few weeks, Nikki’s acts of devotion escalate, including cooking his cat in a disturbing attempt to support his dream of becoming a food critic.
    — Kelly Allen, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of devotion
Noun
  • In order for a brain scan of the proper fidelity to be produced, the dogs must spend a minimum of six minutes in the machine, moving less than three millimeters in any direction.
    — Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Second Song also continues Young’s longstanding crusade for analog fidelity.
    — SPIN Staff, SPIN, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of fidelity

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“Steadfastness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steadfastness. Accessed 19 Aug. 2026.

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