Steely and Steadfast

Steely

Steely adjective - Harsh and threatening in manner or appearance.
Usage example: pinned them with a steely gaze and demanded to know what they were doing

Steadfast is a synonym for steely in resolute topic. In some cases you can use "Steadfast" instead an adjective "Steely", when it comes to topics like determined, inflexible, stubborn, unyielding.

Nearby Words: steel, steeled, steeling

Steadfast

Steadfast adjective - Firm in one's allegiance to someone or something.

Steely is a synonym for steadfast in unyielding topic. You can use "Steely" instead an adjective "Steadfast".

Nearby Words: steadfastness, steadfastly
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