unyielding

adjective

un·​yield·​ing ˌən-ˈyēl-diŋ 

1

: characterized by firmness or obduracy

2

: characterized by lack of softness or flexibility

unyieldingly

ˌən-ˈyēl-diŋ-lē 

adverb

Synonyms

• determined
• dogged
• grim
• implacable
• relentless
• unappeasable
• unflinching
• unrelenting

Examples of unyielding in a Sentence

the pioneers faced the challenge of settling the frontier with unyielding courage

knead the dough until it feels reasonably unyielding

Recent Examples on the Web

Near ubiquitous, however, is consternation about the election process as a whole, with Pennsylvania being Ground Zero for an unyielding torrent of partisan propaganda. —David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024

And the two communities are only becoming more rigid and unyielding. —Marwan Muasher, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2024

His journey from scouring YouTube for hidden gems to becoming the go-to executive for up-and-coming talent underscores a career built on passion, foresight, and an unyielding commitment to artist development. —Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 1 Oct. 2024

Leadership is often synonymous with relentless dedication, long hours and an unyielding drive to achieve organizational goals. —Ryan McGrath, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1565, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

unyielding

adjective

un·​yield·​ing ˌən-ˈyē(ə)l-diŋ 

ˈən-

1

: not soft or flexible : hard

2

: marked by firmness or stubbornness