steady

Firm in standing or position; not tottering or shaking; fixed; firm.

Hold the ladder steady while I go up.

Their feet steady, their hands diligent, their eyes watchful, and their hearts resolute.

Constant in feeling, purpose, or pursuit; not fickle, changeable, or wavering; not easily moved or persuaded to alter a purpose; resolute.

a man steady in his principles, in his purpose, or in the pursuit of an object

Smooth and not bumpy or with obstructions.

a steady ride

Phlegmatic, calm; not easily upset, excited, or disturbed.

a steady tone of voice

Thy ſteddy Temper, Portius, Can look on Guilt, Rebellion, Fraud, and Cæſar, In the calm Lights of mild Philoſophy; I’m tortured, ev’n to Madneſs, when I think On the proud Victor: […]

Regular and even.

the steady course of the Sun;  a steady breeze of wind

The rebuilding of damaged stations is proceeding slowly, on account of the shortage of building materials and the pressing needs of housing, but steady progress is being made.

To stabilize; to prevent from shaking.

I took a drink to steady my nerves.

To become stable.

The ship steadied in the air. Another spray of ballast came, heavier than the last.

Aspect marker indicating consistency or intensity.