STEADILY Synonyms: 126 Similar and Opposite Words

steadily

adverb

Definition of steadily

as in continuously

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as in surely

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Recent Examples of steadily Deflecting attacks steadily depletes a posture meter underneath the enemy's health bar. — Gabriel Zamora, PC Magazine, 29 Aug. 2026 Overall, enrollment in traditional public schools in Miami has declined steadily for decades, but in recent years, the issue has become so pronounced that the school district has had to close and consolidate schools. — Austin Horn, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2026 Analysts note that following SpaceX's record-breaking IPO last month, investor interest in commercial spaceflight and the broader space sector has risen steadily. — CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026 Protectionist pressures rose steadily, culminating in the Plaza Accord of 1985, in which the world’s major economies agreed to appreciate the yen and the deutsche mark against the dollar in an effort to reduce trade imbalances. — Michael Pettis, Foreign Affairs, 28 Aug. 2026 Since Anthropic first introduced MCP in 2024, mentions of the term on corporate earnings calls among businesses globally have steadily gone up every quarter, according to data from AlphaSense. — J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 28 Aug. 2026 Slayton in fairness is coming off double hernia surgery, so he was steadily ramped up early in training camp. — Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 28 Aug. 2026 Over the years, Dolly Parton steadily transformed into a mythical figure. — Ethan Beck, Washington Post, 28 Aug. 2026 The cost of travel insurance has been rising steadily, as have travel costs in general. — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for steadily

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In supply chains, product data is being validated and enriched continuously rather than in periodic batches.

— Adrian Carr, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026
Because the chemical bath regenerates continuously during the electrical cycle, the facility avoids producing the massive liquid and solid waste streams common in older plants.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of continuously

Adverb

For the first time in several years, local Democrats don’t fear the backlash of coming out as a Democrat in a solidly red county, said John Barry, the chair of the Jack County Democratic Party.

— Eleanor Dearman Updated August 29, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Aug. 2026
Colorado is a state with a widely varied electorate that's becomes more solidly Democratic in recent decades, but which still holds a strong conservative and libertarian streak.

— Joanna Ossinger, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of solidly

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The Leipzig-area airport briefly closed in early August after German authorities found an explosive-laden drone along with a detonator at the facility, which is also where Ukrainian transport aircraft frequently land.

— Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 1 Sep. 2026
This creates prime conditions for waking up more frequently at night, rising earlier than the alarm and having a tougher time falling asleep in the first place.

— Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of frequently

Adverb

Owning several cars, intensively studying both the new and used car markets and testing so many vehicles has taught me a lot about what makes a great automobile.

— Charles Singh, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
The team tested intensively with real drivers in multiple countries.

— Steve Denning, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of intensively

Adverb

The attack comes as Russia has sharply intensified its air campaign in recent days, with air raid sirens sounding repeatedly across Kyiv and explosions and the rumble of air defenses punctuating the city throughout the day.

— Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026
The states presented evidence that senior executives at Meta, intent on maximizing their company’s growth, had repeatedly set aside concerns about what its products were doing to its youngest users.

— Benjamin Wallace-Wells, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of repeatedly

Adverb

King steadfastly defended the district at the June hearing, responding to multiple committee questions by stating that CPS’ guidelines comply with Illinois law and highlighting its commitment to equity.

— Kate Perez, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2026
But the Writers Guild of America and Teamsters have steadfastly opposed the merger, warning about its potential impact on working writers and film crews.

— Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026

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