What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
consistently
Example
She consistently arrives at work on time. [consistently: adverb]
Example
The team consistently performs well under pressure. [consistently: adverb]
steadily
Example
The company's profits have steadily increased over the past year. [steadily: adverb]
Example
He steadily climbed the mountain, reaching the summit in just a few hours. [steadily: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Consistently is more commonly used than steadily in everyday language. Consistently is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while steadily is less common and is more often used in specific situations.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between consistently and steadily?
Both consistently and steadily are neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
