unwavering — Remaining steady, constant, and determined without changing or becoming weaker over time.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Remaining steady, constant, and determined without changing or becoming weaker over time.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌnˈweɪvərɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- Despite failing the test three times, his unwavering determination to become a pilot never ceased.
- My grandmother's unwavering belief that chocolate cures everything has kept our family happy for decades.
- The CEO showed unwavering confidence in the project, even when investors were pulling out.
unwavering
ADJECTIVE[/ʌnˈweɪvərɪŋ/]
Remaining steady, constant, and determined without changing or becoming weaker over time.
Remaining steady, constant, and determined without changing or becoming weaker over time.
Unwavering in craft, savoring each moment, never favoring haste over perfection!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the 14th century English verb 'waver' meaning 'to fluctuate or shake,' which comes from Old Norse 'vafra' meaning 'to hover or flicker.' The prefix 'un-' and suffix '-ing' were added to create the meaning 'not shaking or hesitating.'
Breakdown
un- (not) + waver (to shake/fluctuate) + -ing (adjective suffix)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“Despite failing the test three times, his unwavering determination to become a pilot never ceased.”
“My grandmother's unwavering belief that chocolate cures everything has kept our family happy for decades.”
“The CEO showed unwavering confidence in the project, even when investors were pulling out.”
“Her unwavering dedication to correcting every typo made her the most feared proofreader in the office.”
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