steely
gb/stˈili/ us/stˈili/
B2
Engels
acélszürke, acélfényű, rideg, eltökélt, rendíthetetlen, acélos, feszes
B2
1
acélszürke
B1
acélfényű
C1
Gebruikspatroon:
steely + [noun]
The lake had a steely surface under the winter clouds.
A tó felszíne acélszürke volt a téli felhők alatt.
She chose a steely gray suit for the interview.
Az állásinterjúra egy acélszürke kosztümöt választott.
A steely light reflected off the skyscraper windows.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
The sky looks steely today.
Ma acélszürkének látszik az ég.
He wore a steely gray jacket.
Acélszürke kabátot viselt.
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners may use it for any gray color; it usually suggests a cold, metallic look.
Betekenis
metallic gray; like steel
Woordcombinaties
steely grey
|steely gray
|steely blue
|steely sheen
|steely light
|steely sky
|steely water
|steely glint
|steely surface
|steely shine
Synoniemen
metallic (Emphasizes a metal-like shine more generally.)
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steel-gray (More specific to a particular gray color.)
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iron-gray (Similar color, slightly darker or duller than steely.)
Antoniemen
warm-toned (Opposite in color temperature; not cold gray.)
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matte (Opposite in finish; not shiny or metallic-looking.)
Thema's
materials
|appearance
|color
Definitie
Looking like steel, usually a cold gray color.
Having the color, shine, or hardness associated with steel; metallic and often cold gray in appearance.
C1
2
rideg
B2
Gebruikspatroon:
steely + [look/voice/tone/gaze]
He answered in a steely voice that ended the discussion.
Olyan rideg hangon válaszolt, hogy ezzel lezárta a vitát.
She gave him a steely look that made him back down.
Olyan rideg pillantást vetett rá, hogy meghátrált.
The manager’s steely tone made it clear the decision was final.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
She spoke in a steely voice.
Rideg hangon beszélt.
He gave me a steely look.
Rideg pillantást vetett rám.
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners may confuse this with 'stealing'; the spelling and pronunciation are different.
Betekenis
cold and unfriendly in manner
Woordcombinaties
steely gaze
|steely stare
|steely eyes
|steely look
|steely voice
|steely tone
|steely expression
|steely silence
|steely calm
Synoniemen
cold (More general; steely suggests a sharper, harder edge.)
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icy (Stronger and more emotional; often suggests deliberate coldness.)
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hard (Can mean strict or tough; steely adds an unfeeling, controlled quality.)
Antoniemen
warm (Shows friendliness and kindness.)
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gentle (Soft and non-threatening in manner.)
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friendly (Open and welcoming, unlike a steely manner.)
Thema's
emotions
|communication
|relationships
Definitie
Cold and not friendly; showing no emotion.
Showing little warmth or emotion; hard, cold, or intimidating in tone, expression, or behavior.
C1
3
eltökélt
B2
Gebruikspatroon:
steely + [resolve/determination/will]
With steely resolve, she finished the marathon despite the pain.
Rendíthetetlen elszántsággal fejezte be a maratont a fájdalom ellenére.
The team played with steely determination after the early setback.
A csapat a korai hátrány után is rendíthetetlen elszántsággal játszott.
He kept steely control of his emotions during the meeting.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
She has steely determination.
Rendíthetetlen az elszántsága.
He stayed steely and calm.
Eltökélt és nyugodt maradt.
Betekenis
determined and unyielding
Woordcombinaties
steely resolve
|steely determination
|steely will
|steely focus
|steely control
|steely discipline
|steely nerve
Synoniemen
resolute (Formal; focuses on firmness of decision.)
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unyielding (Emphasizes not giving in to pressure.)
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iron-willed (Stronger and more idiomatic; emphasizes willpower.)
Antoniemen
wavering (Uncertain and not firm in decision.)
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hesitant (Slow to act due to uncertainty.)
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soft (Not strict or tough; easily moved.)
Thema's
personality
|goals
|work
Definitie
Very strong and determined; not giving up.
Very determined, tough, and not easily persuaded or stopped; firmly resolute.
C1
TECHNICAL
4
Gebruikspatroon:
steely + [wine/acidity/finish]
The Sauvignon Blanc has a steely finish and bright acidity.
A Sauvignon Blanc lecsengése acélos, savai élénkek.
She prefers steely white wines over richer, oaky styles.
Inkább az acélos fehérborokat kedveli, mint a gazdagabb, fahordós stílusokat.
The tasting notes described a steely, mineral character.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
This wine tastes steely and crisp.
Ez a bor acélos és feszes.
Betekenis
crisp, mineral taste (wine)
Woordcombinaties
steely acidity
|steely finish
|steely white wine
|steely character
|steely Riesling
|steely Chardonnay
Synoniemen
crisp (More general; not necessarily mineral.)
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mineral (Focuses on the stone-like quality rather than acidity.)
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tart (Emphasizes sharp acidity; can sound less positive than steely.)
Antoniemen
round (Smooth and less sharp in acidity.)
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soft (Not crisp or sharply defined.)
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buttery (Rich, creamy style opposite to steely crispness.)
Thema's
food_drink
Definitie
In tasting, very crisp and slightly acidic.
Describing a drink, especially wine, as sharply crisp and mineral, often with a clean, slightly acidic character.
Grammatica
Lemmavorm
steely
IPA
GB/stˈili/
US/stˈili/
Lettergrepen en klemtoon
steely (1 lettergreep)
Stress on 1st syllable (steely)
Woordvormen
Adjective
- Base: steely
- Comparative: steelier
- Superlative: steeliest
Uitdrukkingen
steely blue
1/stˈili blˈu/
fixed phrase
cold grayish-blue color
A cold blue color, a little like metal.
Voorbeelden
- Her eyes were a striking steely blue.
- The steely blue sky made the city look even colder.
- He painted the room in steely blue tones.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- She has steely blue eyes.
steely resolve
1/stˈili ɹizˈɑlv/
fixed phrase
very strong determination
Very strong determination to do something.
Voorbeelden
- With steely resolve, he refused to sign the agreement.
- She showed steely resolve to rebuild after the fire.
- They met the crisis with steely resolve.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- She faced the problem with steely resolve.
steely-eyed
1/stˈili ˈaɪd/
fixed phrase
showing cold determination
Looking very determined and not emotional.
Voorbeelden
- A steely-eyed lawyer questioned the witness for hours.
- She faced the cameras, steely-eyed and composed.
- The coach was steely-eyed as he delivered the halftime speech.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- He was steely-eyed and serious.