UNBOWED Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

unbowed

adjective

Definition of unbowed

as in unbeaten

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Recent Examples of unbowed Abu Dhabi is preparing for the post-war return of tourists, forging ahead with new attractions in an effort to show that its hospitality industry remains unbowed. — Kelsey Warner, semafor.com, 18 May 2026 Massie seems unbowed and is touting his rift with the White House as a selling point for another term. — Philip Elliott, Time, 18 May 2026 Still, Astrof was unbowed and gave testimony against Werner at a court hearing in July 2023. — Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026 Images of the shelter slipped the Russian choke hold to appear on the world’s screens—intact and unbowed amid the rubble, like a temple time-transported from some more ancient siege, the faces of those within drained but resolute. — James Verini, The Atlantic, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for unbowed

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Preston Judd scored midway through the second half to help the San Jose Earthquakes earn a 1-1 draw with Nashville SC on Saturday night, extending their unbeaten streak to nine while earning them a spot in the postseason.

— ABC News, ABC News, 18 Oct. 2026
Fitzgerald emerged with the ball, the Atlantic Coast Conference replay officials agreed and the Hurricanes won to stay unbeaten.

— Tim Reynolds, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of unbeaten

Adjective

And an unconquered Ukraine will, by fighting or by remembering the horrors of Russia’s invasion, pose an enduring strategic challenge for Russia.

— MICHAEL KIMMAGE, Foreign Affairs, 14 Sep. 2026
As an experienced soldier and statesman, the ninth Aztec emperor, Montezuma, had proven his abilities by expanding the Aztec empire and gaining tributes from previously unconquered surrounding nations.

— Jordana Rosenfeld, Encyclopedia Britannica, 17 June 2026

Definition of unconquered

Adjective

The indomitable Diane von Furstenberg was awarded the 2026 Couture Council Award from the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology on Thursday afternoon for her transformational influence on women’s fashion.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026
Explore See latest videos, charts and news For Strickland, his indomitable work ethic helped propel him to becoming the first Black AEW World Champion.

— Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of indomitable

Adjective

The Kansas City Chiefs remain undefeated at 4-0 and sit atop the AFC West.

— Jason Cohen, PC Magazine, 18 Oct. 2026
The Hurricanes are one of six remaining undefeated teams at the FBS level, along with UCLA of the Big Ten; BYU, Texas Tech and Utah of the Big 12; and James Madison of the Sun Belt.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of undefeated

Adjective

But the advent of NIL has turned the gap into an unconquerable chasm.

— Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2026
The rescue party made its way to New York harbor by train, private car, and then two bicycles shared among the three of them—Frank, Sarah’s husband, on one; Sarah and Billo on the other—when shipyard traffic proved unconquerable by automobile.

— Claire Carusillo, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of unconquerable

Adjective

McClellan is particularly interested in examining the contrast between the seemingly invincible figures photographed in the arena and their often precarious lives outside it.

— Robert Lang, Deadline, 19 Oct. 2026
In some Bengali traditions, Vijayadashami rituals include Aparajita Puja, the worship of the goddess in her invincible form, sometimes represented by the butterfly pea plant.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Oct. 2026

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