never-say-die
Definition
- Adjective:
- Impossible to subdue; indomitable; relentlessly persistent: Describes a spirit, attitude, or person that refuses to give up or be defeated, no matter how difficult the situation.
Usage
- The word never-say-die is used attributively, meaning it typically comes before a noun to describe it. It characterizes an unwavering, optimistic, and tenacious approach to challenges.
- It is a hyphenated compound adjective.
Examples
- Adjective:
- The team showed a never-say-die attitude, fighting back to win in the final minutes.
- Her never-say-die spirit inspired everyone during the difficult project.
- We admire his never-say-die determination in the face of repeated setbacks.
Advanced Usage
- The term often modifies abstract nouns like , , , , or .
- The coach praised the players' never-say-die mentality.
Variants and Related Words
- Indomitable (adj): Impossible to defeat or discourage; synonym for never-say-die.
- Undaunted (adj): Not discouraged or disheartened by difficulty or danger.
- Tenacious (adj): Tending to keep a firm hold of something; persistent.
- Dogged (adj): Having or showing tenacity and grim persistence.
Synonyms
- Indomitable
- Unconquerable
- Unyielding
- Persevering
- Resolute
Related Idioms
- "Never say die": This is the imperative phrase from which the adjective is derived. It is used as an exhortation to not give up hope.
- Even when we were losing, our captain kept shouting, "Never say die!"
Adjective
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impossible to subdue
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