uncompromising

adjective

un·com·pro·mis·ing ˌən-ˈkäm-prə-ˌmī-ziŋ

Synonyms of uncompromising next

: not making or accepting a compromise : making no concessions : inflexible, unyielding

uncompromisingly

ˌən-ˈkäm-prə-ˌmī-ziŋ-lē

adverb

uncompromisingness

ˌən-ˈkäm-prə-ˌmī-ziŋ-nəs

noun

Examples of uncompromising in a Sentence

They were uncompromising in their demands. an uncompromising adherence to the rules that would do a schoolmarm proud

Recent Examples on the Web People who are morally convicted have more uncompromising beliefs and are more likely to ignore or misinterpret facts. —

Joshua Rottman, Scientific American, 20 Nov. 2023 The thrill of her attitude radiates from her pictures with an uncompromising confidence: strong women, who are basically looking down on the viewer. —

Sarah Mower, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2023 At the time, one of them was staying focused on doing the work and building up my professional name in this fickle and uncompromising city. —

Dominique Fluker, Essence, 24 Oct. 2023 The cover image conveys a sense of work ethic, grit, and an uncompromising sense of self, all of which are apparent on this 12-song project, the follow-up to 2021’s Human: The Double Album. —

Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2023 Here, Karol is ready to move on from heartache, welcoming an uncompromising new era. —

Isabelia Herrera, Rolling Stone, 14 Aug. 2023 The changes mirrored an increasingly uncompromising outlook within the N.R.A. membership. —

Mike McIntire, New York Times, 30 July 2023 Emily and Amy redefined success for their musical careers with an uncompromising dedication to staying true to themselves. —

Brent Lang, Variety, 20 June 2023 His approach, which combines the power of technology with an uncompromising focus on quality and sustainability, is a shining example of meeting and exceeding the modern traveler’s expectations. —

Nick Kasmik, USA TODAY, 11 July 2023 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

1800, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of uncompromising was in 1800

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“Uncompromising.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uncompromising. Accessed 28 Nov. 2023.

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