steely
🇬🇧 UK/'stiːlɪ/🇺🇸 US/'sti:li/
B2
Definitions
adj.
Resembling steel in hardness, strength, or cold determination; uncompromising.
钢铁般的;坚定冷酷的;钢制的
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.steely gaze冷峻的目光
- 2.steely determination钢铁般的决心
- 3.steely resolve坚定的意志
- 4.steely nerve过人的胆识
Example Sentences
- 1.
She fixed him with a steely gaze that made him look away.
- 2.
The negotiator's steely determination finally brought both sides to an agreement.
- 3.
His steely resolve never wavered, even under intense pressure.