Synonyms

steadfastly

American

[sted-fast-lee, -fahst-, -fuhst-] / ˈstɛdˌfæst li, -ˌfɑst-, -fəst- /

adverb

in a way that is fixed, steady, or firm.

Her eyes remained steadfastly fixed on the fire.
The sheriff has steadfastly denied any wrongdoing.

Other Word Forms

oversteadfastly adverb
unsteadfastly adverb

Etymology

Origin of steadfastly

steadfast ( def. ) + -ly

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Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods are among the sport’s top stars to steadfastly remain loyal to the PGA Tour, with Woods turning down an offer from LIV Golf of $800 million in 2022.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

China has steadfastly refused to participate in strategic arms talks and Trump made no mention of China in his social-media post.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

As “The Testament of Ann Lee” steadfastly weaves between dark and light, trials and triumphs, Fastvold and Seyfried create an image of faith so powerful that it makes a mere movie look like a miracle.

From Salon • Dec. 27, 2025

Min Aung Hlaing has said military operations were justified to root out insurgents and steadfastly denies allegations of human rights abuses.

From Barron's • Dec. 23, 2025

The humor arises entirely out of how steadfastly the participants adhere to the rule that no suggestion can be denied.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell

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