Unbending Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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unbending

[ˌʌnˈbɛndɪŋ ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

personality trait

Not willing to change one's attitude or position; inflexible.

Synonyms

inflexible, rigid, stubborn, unyielding.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
unbending	Used to describe someone or something that does not change their opinion or stance easily, often showing a strong determination. She was unbending in her decision to not sell the family home
inflexible	Describes a person or system that cannot adapt or change easily, often seen as a negative trait when flexibility is required. His inflexible approach to the new policy put him at odds with his colleagues
rigid	Typically used when something or someone is stiff and unyielding, both physically or metaphorically. Can often imply negativity when flexibility would be advantageous. The rigid structure of the organization did not allow for creative thinking
unyielding	Implies a firm and steadfast determination, especially in the face of opposition or difficulty. Can be positive or negative depending on the situation. The protesters were unyielding in their demands for reform
stubborn	Commonly used to describe someone who refuses to change their mind despite good reasons to do so, often seen as a negative trait. He was too stubborn to admit he was wrong about the project

Examples of usage

His unbending principles made it difficult for him to compromise with others.
She admired his unbending determination to succeed.

^{Context #2 | Adjective}

physical attribute

Not bending or flexible; rigid.

Synonyms

hard, rigid, stiff, unyielding.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
unbending	Best used to describe a person or their principles when they are very firm and unwilling to change or compromise. He was unbending in his belief that honesty is essential Despite the criticisms, she remained unbending in her decisions
rigid	Often used to describe an object that is stiff and does not bend easily. It can also refer to a strict or inflexible system or person. The shelf is made of rigid plastic that doesn't bend under weight The company's rigid policies leave no room for flexibility
stiff	Best used to describe something that is difficult to bend or move. Can also describe a person's body part that feels tight or sore. The cardboard was stiff and hard to fold into shapes After the workout, my legs felt stiff and sore
hard	Generally used to describe something that is difficult to break or has a solid surface. It can also refer to situations or tasks that are challenging. The rock was so hard that it couldn't be chipped off with a standard tool It was hard work, but we managed to finish the project on time
unyielding	Mostly used to describe someone or something that refuses to give way or does not compromise. This term can have a stronger emotional or moral connotation. She remained unyielding in the face of intimidation His unyielding determination helped him conquer the toughest challenges

Examples of usage

The unbending metal rod could not be bent by hand.
The unbending tree stood tall against the strong wind.

Translations

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Origin of 'unbending'

The word 'unbending' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the verb 'bend'. It first appeared in the 16th century in English language texts. Over time, 'unbending' has come to represent both a personality trait of being inflexible and a physical attribute of not bending or yielding.

See also: bend, bendable, bending, bendingly, bent, unbend, unbendingly.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,198, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.

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