Uncompromising: meaning, definitions and examples

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uncompromising

 

[ ʌnkəmˈprəʊmaɪzɪŋ ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

personality

Not making concessions; inflexible and resolute.

Synonyms

inflexible, rigid, stubborn, unyielding

Examples of usage

  • He was known for his uncompromising attitude towards work.
  • She took an uncompromising stance on the issue.
Context #2 | Adjective

action

Showing no willingness to make concessions or compromise.

Synonyms

adamant, intransigent, obdurate, unbending

Examples of usage

  • The CEO's uncompromising decision led to the company's success.
  • Her uncompromising behavior caused tension in the team.

Translations

Translations of the word "uncompromising" in other languages:

🇵🇹 intransigente

🇮🇳 समझौता न करने वाला

🇩🇪 kompromisslos

🇮🇩 tidak kenal kompromi

🇺🇦 безкомпромісний

🇵🇱 bezkopromisowy

🇯🇵 妥協しない

🇫🇷 intransigeant

🇪🇸 intransigente

🇹🇷 ödünsüz

🇰🇷 타협하지 않는

🇸🇦 غير متساهل

🇨🇿 nekompromisní

🇸🇰 nekompromisný

🇨🇳 不妥协的

🇸🇮 nepopustljiv

🇮🇸 ósveigjanlegur

🇰🇿 ымырасыз

🇬🇪 არაკომპრომისული

🇦🇿 kompromissiz

🇲🇽 intransigente

Etymology

The word 'uncompromising' originated in the early 19th century, combining the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' with the word 'compromising'. It reflects the concept of being unwilling to compromise or make concessions in various situations. The term has been used to describe individuals, actions, or decisions that are firm, unwavering, and unyielding.

See also: compromised, compromising, uncompromisingly.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,707, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.