Unbending
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Unbending is an adjective meaning inflexible and not yielding.
Meaning
inflexible and not yielding.
More Meanings
- very reserved, aloof and asocial
- present participle and gerund of unbend
- The act of one who unbends.
Example Sentences
He was a frequent visitor at Wimbledon where Mr. Wilberforce now resided, and the following account is given of his social unbendings.
Word Forms
- unbendings
Synonyms for unbending
Depending on context, synonyms include remote, standoffish, aloof, cool, distant, frosty.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include inflexible, unadaptable, rigid, unyielding, adamant, uncompromising.
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