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November 16, 2024

Word of the Day: Steadfast

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Word of the Day
: November 16, 2024

\STED-fast\ adjective

What It Means

Someone described as steadfast is very devoted or loyal to a person, belief, or cause. Steadfast is also used to describe something, such as support, that remains unchanging.

// Despite the singer’s recent change in creative direction, his true fans have remained steadfast.

// She remained committed to her steadfast belief in nature's ability to heal itself.

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