undaunted

adjective

un·​daunt·​ed ˌən-ˈdȯn-təd How to pronounce undaunted (audio)
-ˈdän-
: courageously resolute especially in the face of danger or difficulty : not discouraged
undauntedly adverb

Examples of undaunted in a Sentence

The firefighters were undaunted by the dangerous conditions they faced. Undaunted, they continued on their journey.
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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of undaunted was in the 15th century

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“Undaunted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undaunted. Accessed 5 May. 2024.

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undaunted

adjective
un·​daunt·​ed ˌən-ˈdȯnt-əd How to pronounce undaunted (audio)
-ˈdänt-
: not discouraged or frightened : fearless
undauntedly adverb

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