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Unyielding

Verb / ʌˈnji:ldɪŋ / Another word for unyielding — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

not giving way to pressure or persuasion; inflexible

Synonyms & similar words

tenacious dour dogged pertinacious persistent inflexible uncompromising stubborn obstinate immovable unbending resolute determined unrelenting firm rigid unwavering adamant steadfast hard intractable implacable uncooperative unaccommodating unadaptable

Example sentences

  1. The unyielding tree stood tall in the storm.
  2. The unyielding coach would not let the team take a break until they finished their drills.
  3. The unyielding ice refused to break, even when we tried to smash it with a hammer.
  4. The unyielding politician refused to change his stance on the issue.
  5. The unyielding metal would not bend, no matter how much force we applied.

Quotes

  • A man can be destroyed but not defeated - Hemingway
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts. - Churchill
  • It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. - Confucius

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