STEADFAST


Meaning of STEADFAST in English

[ 'stɛdfα:st , -fəst ]

■ adjective resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering.

Derivatives

~ly adverb

~ness noun

Origin

OE stedefæst 'standing firm' (see stead , fast 1 ).

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