Unabated: meaning, definitions and examples

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unabated

 

[ ˌʌnəˈbeɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

continuing force

Unabated describes something that continues at full strength or intensity without any reduction. It is often used to convey persistence or a lack of weakening in various contexts, such as emotions, actions, or conditions. For example, one might refer to unabated enthusiasm or unabated criticism, indicating that these feelings or actions are not diminishing over time. It conveys a sense of endurance and sustained vigor.

Synonyms

constant, persistent, uninterrupted, unrelenting.

Examples of usage

  • Her enthusiasm for the project remained unabated.
  • The storm continued unabated throughout the night.
  • Despite the challenges, his efforts were unabated.
  • The company's growth was unabated even during the recession.

Translations

Translations of the word "unabated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inabalável

🇮🇳 निरंतर

🇩🇪 unvermindert

🇮🇩 tanpa henti

🇺🇦 непогашений

🇵🇱 niezmienny

🇯🇵 衰えない

🇫🇷 sans relâche

🇪🇸 incesante

🇹🇷 azalmadan

🇰🇷 줄어들지 않는

🇸🇦 دون انقطاع

🇨🇿 neochvějný

🇸🇰 neochvejný

🇨🇳 不减弱

🇸🇮 neomajen

🇮🇸 óbreytanlegur

🇰🇿 азаймай

🇬🇪 უხმაუროდ

🇦🇿 daha azalmadan

🇲🇽 sin disminuir

Etymology

The term 'unabated' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-', meaning 'not', and the past participle 'abated', which derives from the Middle English term 'abaten', meaning 'to diminish or lessen'. This earlier term itself comes from the Old French 'abattre' and traces back to the Latin 'abattu', meaning 'to beat down'. The use of 'unabated' began to emerge in the English language by the late 16th century, reflecting the convergence of ideas around persistence and continued force. Typically, it's employed in literature and everyday conversation to describe scenarios where intensity remains unchanged, thus carrying both historical depth and contemporary relevance.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,462, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.