steely
/ˈstili/
adjective
- Hard, strong, and shiny like steel.
- The sky had a steely gray color before the storm.
- Her eyes were steely and showed no fear.
- The blade had a steely gleam in the sunlight.
- Very determined and not showing emotion.
- He spoke with steely resolve, refusing to back down.
- The coach gave the team a steely look that silenced everyone.
- Her steely determination helped her finish the marathon.