unwavering

adjective

un·​wa·​ver·​ing ˌən-ˈwāv-riŋ How to pronounce unwavering (audio)
-ˈwā-və-riŋ
: continuing in a strong and steady way : constant, steadfast
her unwavering faith/support
an unwavering commitment to justice
unwaveringly adverb
an unwaveringly upbeat attitude

Examples of unwavering in a Sentence

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1570, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unwavering was circa 1570

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“Unwavering.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unwavering. Accessed 28 Apr. 2024.

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