unyieldingness
/ n'ji:ldi nis/
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Definition
- Noun:
- The quality or state of being unyielding; inflexibility or firmness of purpose: "Unyieldingness" refers to the characteristic of not giving way, bending, or surrendering, especially in the face of pressure, persuasion, or difficulty. It denotes resoluteness and steadfastness.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- Her unyieldingness in the negotiations frustrated the other party, but it secured a better deal for her company.
- The unyieldingness of the old oak tree allowed it to withstand the powerful storm.
- His moral unyieldingness made him a respected but sometimes difficult leader.
Advanced Usage
"unyieldingness of spirit": Refers to an indomitable, unwavering attitude or will.
- Despite the hardships, the unyieldingness of her spirit inspired everyone around her.
"unyieldingness to pressure": Describes the characteristic of not succumbing to external forces or demands.
- The material's unyieldingness to pressure makes it ideal for construction.
Variants and Related Words
Unyielding (adj): Not giving way to pressure; firm or resolute.
- He was unyielding in his principles.
Inflexibility (n): The quality of being unwilling to change or compromise; rigidity.
- The inflexibility of the rules caused problems.
Obduracy (n): Stubborn refusal to change one's opinion or course of action.
- His obduracy led to a deadlock in the talks.
Synonyms
- Resoluteness: The quality of being admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering.
- Steadfastness: Firm and unwavering loyalty, faith, or commitment.
- Firmness: The quality of being resolute and not easily moved or changed.
- Rigidity: Inability to be changed or adapted; strictness.
Antonyms
- Flexibility: The quality of bending easily without breaking; willingness to change or compromise.
- Pliability: The quality of being easily bent or influenced.
- Yieldingness: The state of being inclined to give way to pressure or persuasion.
Noun
- resoluteness by virtue of being unyielding and inflexible