steady-going
- adjective
- /ˈstɛdiˌɡoʊɪŋ/
- UK
:
tranquilo
- Despite the challenges, her steady-going nature helped her remain calm during crises.
Examples
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He was known for being a steady-going leader who made consistent and rational decisions.
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In a world filled with uncertainties, a steady-going approach to problem-solving can be very effective.
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Because Celts, according to Arnold, lack the restraint necessary to control their easily overwrought feelings, they must submit to the governance of the "steady-going Saxon" in the same way that women, because they are supposedly lacking in reason, must submit to the intellectual and political guidance of men.
Academic text (2007)
Synonyms
735
1.0
Not showing strong feelings and being very still
473
2.3
Not likely to change and stays steady over time
186
1.3
Firm and unlikely to be moved or upset
72
3.5
Stays firm and loyal in support for someone
47
2.3
A person or thing you can trust to do what they promise
30
5.6
Loyal and firm in support that does not change
22
2.6
Being calm and relaxed and not easily upset
15
5.0
Calm and not easily upset, like a quiet lake
7
6.7
Not showing any emotion or fear in difficult situations
2
8.1
Not easily upset or worried, even in difficult situations
1
4.3
Very steady and reliable in what someone does
Careful action that avoids sudden changes or risks
Being steady and not changing in feeling or opinion
Antonyms
How Calm
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Steady-going combines the simple words steady 'firm, not changing' and going 'way of moving or behaving', so it paints the picture of someone's 'way of going' being steady. That's why a steady-going person is calm, reliable, and not easily excited.