undaunted

adjective

un·​daunt·​ed ˌən-ˈdȯn-təd 

-ˈdän-

: courageously resolute especially in the face of danger or difficulty : not discouraged

The sisters, undaunted by their lack of professional training, entertained grandiose expectations about their roles.

—Richard Kluger

undauntedly adverb

Synonyms of undaunted

• courageous
• fearless
• brave
• valiant
• heroic
• gallant

Examples of undaunted in a Sentence

The firefighters were undaunted by the dangerous conditions they faced.

Undaunted, they continued on their journey.

Recent Examples on the Web

For many Jewish Americans, the antisemitic incidents have confirmed longstanding fears about the rise of antisemitism, as well as the need to vigorously counter extremism and live their faith undaunted by threats. —Arkansas Online, 26 Mar. 2026

Young Braden was apparently undaunted. —Will Gottsegen, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026

For many Jewish Americans, the antisemitic incidents have confirmed longstanding fears about the rise of antisemitism, as well as the need to vigorously counter extremism and live their faith undaunted by threats. —ABC News, 24 Mar. 2026

Johnson, undaunted by the pressure, exudes confidence in his squad's readiness for the challenges ahead. —Sam Crenshaw, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for undaunted

• unwanted
• daunted
• flaunted
• haunted
• taunted
• vaunted
• wanted

Kids Definition

undaunted

adjective

un·​daunt·​ed ˌən-ˈdȯnt-əd 

-ˈdänt-

: not discouraged or frightened : fearless

undauntedly adverb