CEFR B1

unbending

adjective

Meaning

Not yielding or changing one's position, principles, or will; rigid or inflexible.

Examples

His unbending determination to succeed was clear to everyone.
She had an unbending loyalty to her friends.

Synonyms: firm, resolute, inflexible, adamant

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unbending (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈbɛndɪŋ/

Definition

Not yielding or changing one's position, principles, or will; rigid or inflexible.

Examples

His unbending determination to succeed was clear to everyone.
She had an unbending loyalty to her friends.
The politician took an unbending stance against the proposed tax increase.

How to Use unbending

unbending in (prepositional phrase): To be rigid or inflexible in a particular aspect or belief. — "He was unbending in his views on environmental protection."
unbending towards (prepositional phrase): Showing a lack of flexibility or compromise in one's dealings with others. — "The manager was unbending towards his employees regarding deadlines."

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