unbowed
2
7.7
- adjective
- /ʌnˈbaʊd/
:
inquebrantable
- Surrounded by throngs on foot and bicycle, oblivious to the presence of German soldiers, the king presented an image of a nation conquered territorially but spiritually unbowed.
- bloody but unbowed
- unbowed, unbroken
- remain unbowed
I need your strength because I come to you defiant, unbroken, unbowed.
- I need your strength because I come to you defiant, unbroken, unbowed.
Examples
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Bush seemed to understand the need for a traumatized public to see their leader safe, unbowed, and in charge.
Academic text (2003) -
Despite the harsh criticism, the artist stood unbowed, ready to present her new work.
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My head is bloody, but unbowed.
Blog text (7) -
"Despite defeat after defeat, Zelotes is unbowed."
Academic text (2010) -
And today, though bruised, our democracy remains unbowed and unbroken.
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Its staff will fight on, unbowed and unafraid, with the courage to which you have become accustomed.
Academic text (2011) -
Even after facing numerous challenges, she remained unbowed and determined to succeed.
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He entered the courtroom unbowed, confident in his innocence despite the allegations against him.
Synonyms
10
6.5
Very firm in decisions and not willing to change or give up
5
7.1
Not afraid or discouraged when facing something difficult
3
6.9
Not willing to change your opinions or actions
1
6.9
Does not change because of other people's opinions or pressure
1
9.5
Still not humble after criticism or punishment
Not beaten in a fight or struggle
Not controlled and still wild
Not afraid of danger or threats and showing courage
Not afraid to keep going when things are difficult
Not discouraged and still confident after problems
A person who is still proud and not ashamed after criticism or failure
Antonyms
How Submissive
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word unbowed comes from un- meaning 'not' and bowed, the past of bow, which means 'to bend' or 'to lower yourself'. So, someone who is unbowed refuses to bend or give in and keeps fighting instead.