nonstop vs steady

nonstop

• Without stopping; without interruption or break. 

• Describing a point mutation within a stop codon that causes the continued translation of an mRNA strand. 

• Without stopping; without interruption or break 

• A linguistic sound that is not a stop; a continuant. 

• A convenience store in parts of Europe, open 24 hours a day. 

• A nonstop journey, especially a nonstop flight. 

steady

• Smooth and not bumpy or with obstructions. 

• Regular and even. 

• 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. 

• Slow. 

• To become stable. 

• To stabilize; to prevent from shaking. 

• Aspect marker indicating consistency or intensity. 

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

• 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.