Steady
Example: The system remains steady under pressure
Definition
"Steady" describes something firm, stable, or consistently reliable over time, often resisting change or fluctuation. For example, a system that remains steady under pressure maintains its stability and does not fail or vary unexpectedly.
Etymology
The word "steady" comes from the Old English word 'stede,' meaning place or position, combined with the suffix '-y,' which forms adjectives. It originally referred to something fixed or in a stable place. Did you know? The idea of steadiness has long been associated with reliability and firmness, much like a steady hand in difficult situations.
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"Steady" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 112 commonly used words.
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