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steadily Antonyms
Opposite of steadily
Because the opposite of steadily shifts with each meaning, the 12 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adverb (Context 1)
In a regular, even, and continuous manner, without sudden fluctuations or interruptions.
Usage Example
"The company's revenue has grown erratically over the past five years."
Strongest
erratically
fitfully
irregularly
Strong
sporadically
intermittently
unevenly
inconsistently
• adverb (Context 2)
In a firm, balanced, and unwavering manner, without shaking, faltering, or losing control.
Usage Example
"She held the camera unsteadily to capture a clear photograph in the dim light."
Strongest
unsteadily
shakily
falteringly
waveringly
Strong
precariously
Similar words to steadily
Words similar to steadily shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
consistently
firmly
unwaveringly
continuously
constantly
securely
stably
evenly
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Steadily. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/steadily