The difference between Equable and Steady

When used as adjectives, equable means unvarying, calm and steady, whereas steady means firm in standing or position.


Steady is also noun with the meaning: a rest or support, as for the hand, a tool, or a piece of work.

Steady is also verb with the meaning: to stabilize something.

check bellow for the other definitions of Equable and Steady

  1. Equable as an adjective:

    Unvarying, calm and steady; constant and uniform.

  2. Equable as an adjective (of temperature):

    Free from extremes of heat or cold.

  3. Equable as an adjective (of emotions etc):

    Not easily disturbed; tranquil.

  1. Steady as an adjective:

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

    Examples:

    "Hold the ladder steady while I go up."

  2. Steady as an adjective:

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

    Examples:

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

  3. Steady as an adjective:

    Smooth and not bumpy or with obstructions.

    Examples:

    "a steady ride"

  4. Steady as an adjective:

    Regular and even.

    Examples:

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

  5. Steady as an adjective:

    Slow.

  1. Steady as a verb:

    To stabilize something; to prevent from shaking.

  1. Steady as a noun:

    A rest or support, as for the hand, a tool, or a piece of work.

  2. Steady as a noun (informal):

    A regular boyfriend or girlfriend.

  3. Steady as a noun (informal):

    A prostitute's regular customer.