UNRELENTING Synonyms: 128 Similar and Opposite Words

unrelenting

adjective

ˌən-ri-ˈlen-tiŋ

Definition of unrelenting

as in adamant

sticking to an opinion, purpose, or course of action in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion that professor tends to be unrelenting about deadlines

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as in relentless

showing no signs of slackening or yielding in one's purpose unrelenting in the pursuit of equality for all races

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Recent Examples of unrelenting Chip stocks in particular have been on astronomical runs lately as the unrelenting AI boom sends demand soaring. — Jason Ma, Fortune, 5 July 2026 Despite fading hopes of finding additional survivors, officials said rescue crews remain active across disaster zones, continuing what Rodríguez described as an unrelenting search for people still trapped beneath collapsed structures. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 1 July 2026 Ukraine has faced unrelenting Russian missile and drone attacks against key strategic targets in its major cities since the first day of the war, an air campaign that continues to reach new heights. — Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 28 June 2026 One day, during an unrelenting downpour, Bonnet ducked into the drug store and asked the owner, Tom Zazzi, to give away her remaining sandwiches. — Nancy Vienneau, Southern Living, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for unrelenting

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Adjective

This summer has been challenging, yet Newcastle are adamant that their 85 per cent majority owner, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), is determined to spend up to the maximum within the rules moving forward.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 18 July 2026
And while an old Interceptor would be a pretty dumb platform to build a track car with, Jensen’s new management is adamant that this is not the revival of the old Interceptor.

— Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 16 July 2026

Definition of adamant

Adjective

The relentless rain has led to dozens of water rescues in the region and forecasters are warning of more rainfall that could be catastrophic.

— Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
Between a home with three young children and a pediatric clinic crowded with restless kids, the noise at times felt relentless.

— Dana Suskind, Time, 14 July 2026

Definition of relentless

Adjective

For lipedema, Power Plate points to research suggesting whole-body vibration boosts lymphatic flow, which may liquefy and drain stubborn lymph fluid, relieve swelling and ease chronic pain.

— Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026
The grower will plant again next season, because that is what Israelis do, and the hope in that is stubborn.

— Frayda Leibtag, Time, 13 July 2026

Definition of stubborn

Adjective

Despite a nerve-wracking 1-0 start (before Bellingham knocked in a deuce), Jagger was seen looking grim and pacing around the VIP box.

— Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026
The current media environment is so grim that critique of anything has become radically attenuated.

— Jia Tolentino, New Yorker, 11 July 2026

Definition of grim

Adjective

To his supporters, Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was the steadfast, fearless leader who transcended mere politics and inspired devotion.

— Xiaoqian Lin, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Each project generated steadfast opposition from the city's neighborhoods, calling into question how the city should regulate the advanced technology centers.

— Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 2 July 2026

Definition of steadfast

Adjective

Meanwhile, Machado remains determined to restart the push for free elections.

— John Otis, NPR, 16 July 2026
On the few occasions Mbappe was able to get into the box, the Real Madrid striker was swarmed by multiple defenders as Spain was determined to make anybody else defeat them.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026

Definition of determined

Adjective

In his inital letter, Lehmkuhl agreed that there is an urgent need to clear debris and address the persistent odor of millions of pounds of rotting food at the site.

— Jasmine Mendez Follow, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
Though effective medication exists, the issue is persistent in areas with a lack of easy access to testing, treatment and clean water so people don't rely on local bodies of water for drinking and bathing.

— William McCarthy, NPR, 4 July 2026

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