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Meaning of unflinch
The primary meaning of the word "unflinch" is to show courage or determination by not showing fear or hesitation.
Etymology of unflinch
The word "unflinch" originated in the mid-19th century, likely as a combination of "un-" (meaning "not") and "flinch" (meaning "to draw back or shrink"), which has its roots in Old English and Germanic languages, where "flinch" is related to words meaning "to flee" or "to shrink back"
Synonyms
persevere
persist
endure
tolerate
bear
withstand
resist
brave
confront
face
defy
stand firm
hold out
hold on
cling to
adhere to
stick to
stay firm
remain steadfast
be resolute
be unyielding
be unwavering
be unshakeable
be firm
be determined
be courageous
be bold
be daring
be fearless
be intrepid
be undaunted
be unafraid
be dauntless
Definitions
- To show courage or determination by not showing fear or hesitation in the face of danger, difficulty, or pain
- * To refuse to change your decision or opinion, even when someone is trying to persuade you to do so
Usage Examples
- The firefighter unflinchingly entered the burning building to rescue those trapped inside
- * She unflinchingly stood by her decision to pursue a career in the arts, despite her parents' disapproval