First recorded before 1000.
Comes from the Middle English word stedefast, from Old English stedefæst.
A combination of stead, \"the place of a person,\" and fast, \"firmly fixed in place.\"
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\r\nEXAMPLES OF STEADFAST\r\n

Despite facing numerous challenges, she remained steadfast in her commitment to finishing the marathon.
The community was grateful for the steadfast support of volunteers during the crisis.

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Consuela

noun

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