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UNWAVERING
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Dictionary entry overview: What does unwavering mean?
• UNWAVERING (adjective)
The adjective UNWAVERING has 2 senses:
1. marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable
2. not showing abrupt variations
Familiarity information: UNWAVERING used as an adjective is rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable
Synonyms:
firm; steadfast; steady; stiff; unbendable; unfaltering; unshakable; unwavering
Context example:
unwavering loyalty
Similar:
resolute (firm in purpose or belief; characterized by firmness and determination)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Not showing abrupt variations
Synonyms:
level; unwavering
Context example:
she gave him a level look
Similar:
steady (not subject to change or variation especially in behavior)
Context examples
"I wish't you'd listen to reason," she answered feebly, but with unwavering belief in the correctness of her diagnosis of what was ailing him.
(Martin Eden, by Jack London)
Perhaps some unbelievable guest would arrive, a person infinitely rare and to be marvelled at, some authentically radiant young girl who with one fresh glance at Gatsby, one moment of magical encounter, would blot out those five years of unwavering devotion.
(The Great Gatsby, by F. Scott Fitzgerald)
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