Word
unwavering
Phoneticsun·wa·ver·ing
US/ənˈweɪvɝɪŋ/
UK/ʌnwˈeɪvəɹɪŋ/
Definition
adj. strong and steady. You use this to describe a feeling or belief that does not change, even when things get difficult.
adj. marked by firm determination or resolution; not shaking or declining in strength. Often used to describe abstract qualities like support, loyalty, or focus.
Examples
“She has an unwavering belief in her team.”
“Despite the many challenges they faced during the first year, the CEO maintained unwavering support for the new project.”
“The diplomat's unwavering commitment to the peace process eventually earned the trust of both sides, leading to a historic agreement after decades of conflict.”
Examples
simple
“She has an unwavering belief in her team.”
contextual
“Despite the many challenges they faced during the first year, the CEO maintained unwavering support for the new project.”
complex
“The diplomat's unwavering commitment to the peace process eventually earned the trust of both sides, leading to a historic agreement after decades of conflict.”
Usage
Typically used attributively before a noun or predicatively after a linking verb like 'remain' or 'be'.
Real-World Examples
“The US state department said it remained “unwavering in our commitment to end illegal and mass immigration and bolster America’s border security”.” “In announcing her appointment, Trump described Habba as "unwavering in her loyalty" and a "tireless advocate for justice".” “Through it all, Wobble has been guided by his unwavering spiritual questing.” Etymology
From un- (prefix meaning ‘not’) + wavering (“being in doubt, indecisive”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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