adjective

unyielding

Unyielding (adjective) means refusing to give in, bend, or change; firm. Example: “He remained unyielding in his refusal to negotiate.”

adjective

Refusing to give in, bend, or change; firm.

"He remained unyielding in his refusal to negotiate."

"The unyielding steel frame kept the building standing after the quake."

How to use unyielding

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishStubbornly firm — won't bend, whether physically or in attitude.

Common pairings

unyielding determination remain unyielding

Word forms

more unyielding comparative, most unyielding superlative

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Etymology

From un- (\"not\") plus yielding.

Rhymes for unyielding

welding gelding yielding fielding shielding

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Frequently asked questions

What does “unyielding” mean?

The word “unyielding” means refusing to give in, bend, or change; firm. In plain terms, stubbornly firm — won't bend, whether physically or in attitude.

How do you use “unyielding” in a sentence?

Here is “unyielding” used in a sentence: “He remained unyielding in his refusal to negotiate.”

What part of speech is “unyielding”?

“Unyielding” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of unyielding?

"unyielding" (adjective) means refusing to give in, bend, or change; firm.