stetig
Translation
constant, steady, continuous, continual
Examples
Wir beobachten einen stetigen Wandel.
We are observing a constant change.
Er arbeitet mit stetigem Eifer.
He works with steady diligence.
Grammar Patterns
stetig + Noun (adjective before a noun) The stetig development of technology is fascinating.
to be + stetig (predicative adjective) His progress is slow but stetig.
Similar Words
Synonyms: constant, continuous; Antonyms: unsteady, changeable.
Etymology
From Middle High German 'stætec' (standing firm), related to 'stehen' (to stand).
Memory Tips
Think of the verb 'stehen' (to stand). Something that 'stands' firm and doesn't change is 'stetig'.