steady

Definition

  • v. make steady
  • adj. not subject to change or variation especially in behavior
  • adj. securely in position; not shaky
  • adj. not easily excited or upset

Word forms

Past tense
steadied
Present participle
steadying
Past participle
steadied
Third person singular
steadies
Comparative
steadier
Superlative
steadiest

Example sentences

  1. a.

    She has a steady job that she enjoys very much.

  2. vt.

    The teacher tried to steady the students before the exam.

  3. vi.

    After a few deep breaths, he managed to steady himself.