unweary
/' n'wi ri/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Not weary; not tired; possessing or showing sustained energy, vigor, or patience. The word describes a state of not being physically fatigued or mentally exhausted. It often implies a continuous, untiring quality.
Usage and Examples
- Adjective:
- After the long hike, she remained surprisingly unweary and ready to explore more.
- His unweary dedication to the project inspired the entire team.
- The unweary sun continued to shine throughout the summer day.
Advanced Usage
- Poetic/Literary Use: "Unweary" is more common in literary, poetic, or formal contexts than in everyday conversation. It is often used to personify elements of nature or to describe enduring human qualities.
- The unweary waves crashed against the shore, century after century.
- As a predicate adjective: It frequently follows a linking verb like "remain," "seem," or "appear."
- Despite the challenges, he appeared unweary.
Variants and Related Words
- Unwearied (adj): This is a more common variant with the same meaning—not tired; indefatigable.
- She was unwearied in her efforts to help.
- Weary (adj/verb): The root word, meaning tired or to become tired.
- Unwearying (adj): Tireless; causing no weariness.
- Her unwearying support was a great comfort.
Synonyms
- Tireless
- Indefatigable
- Unflagging
- Energetic
- Untiring
Antonyms
- Weary
- Fatigued
- Exhausted
- Tired
- Jaded
Notes on Meaning
- "Unweary" vs. "Unwearying": While "unweary" describes a state (not tired), "unwearying" often describes an action or quality that does not cause tiredness. For example, an "unwearying worker" is one who works tirelessly, and "unwearying patience" is patience that never seems to diminish.
- Rare Usage: "Unweary" is a less frequently used word in modern English. In many contexts, synonyms like "tireless" or "indefatigable" are preferred.