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English word steady comes from Proto-Indo-European *stísteh₂ti (To be standing up, to be getting up.), Proto-Indo-European *sth-, Old English (ca. 450-1100) steþ, Proto-Indo-European - -tis
*stísteh₂ti (Proto-Indo-European)
To be standing up, to be getting up.
*sth- (Proto-Indo-European)
to stand
steþ (Old English)
- -tis (Proto-Indo-European)
stæþþiġ (Old English)
*stéh₂tis (Proto-Indo-European)
Standing, position.
*stadiz (Proto-Germanic)
Place, location.
stede (Old English)
Place.
stidiʒ (Middle English)
steady (English)
To stabilize something; to prevent from shaking. Constant in feeling, purpose, or pursuit; not fickle, changeable, or wavering; not easily moved or persuaded to alter a purpose; resolute.. Firm in standing or position; not tottering or shaking; fixed; firm.. Regular and even.. Slow.. Smooth and not bumpy or with obstructions. (informal) A prostitute's regular customer.. (informal) A regular [...]