continuous vs steady

continuous

adj
  • Not deviating or varying from uniformity; not interrupted; not joined or articulated. 

  • Expressing an ongoing action or state. 

  • Such that, for every x in the domain, for each small open interval D about f(x), there's an interval containing x whose image is in D. 

  • Without stopping; without a break, cessation, or interruption. 

  • Without intervening space; continued. 

  • Such that each open set in the target space has an open preimage (in the domain space, with respect to the given function). 

steady

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

  • Smooth and not bumpy or with obstructions. 

  • Regular and even. 

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

  • Slow. 

particle
  • Aspect marker indicating consistency or intensity. 

verb
  • To become stable. 

  • To stabilize; to prevent from shaking. 

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

  • A regular boyfriend or girlfriend. 

  • A prostitute's regular customer. 

adv
  • To row with pressure at a low stroke-rating, often 18 strokes per minute. 

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