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

The 40-year-old remained undaunted. —Zak Keefer, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026

The Lakers were undaunted by Doncic’s departure, coming back from 14 points down and holding on for the win by following the lead of Austin Reaves, LeBron James, Rui Hachimura and a strong defensive effort led by Marcus Smart and Jarred Vanderbilt. —Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026

Advertisement The 2026 Closers are undaunted by forces that may seek to stand in their way. —Cate Matthews, Time, 27 Jan. 2026

Mamdani, though, was undaunted. —Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 21 Jan. 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