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Undaunted
Not discouraged or intimidated; remaining fearless and resolute when facing danger or difficulty.
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Imagine This
A climber scales a sheer cliff as a fierce storm roars. While others seek shelter, the climber keeps going, steady hands and unwavering gaze, undaunted by the wind and rain.
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Sounds Like
uhn-DAWNT-id
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Looks Like
un- + daunt (to intimidate); visually resembles the prefix un- attached to the root daunt
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Remember This
Undaunted = not daunted. It contrasts with the word daunted, which means intimidated or discouraged.
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Other Forms
undauntedlyadverb
undauntednessnoun
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Connect With
dauntless, fearless, intrepid, resolute, unflinching
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Note
Used to describe people who persevere despite fear or obstacles. Do not confuse with 'undaunted' used for objects, which is uncommon; the mood is human-centered.
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Examples
- The soldiers remained undaunted despite the heavy bombardment.
- She faced the critics undaunted and presented her thesis with confidence.
Synonyms
dauntlessfearlessintrepidresoluteunflinching
Antonyms
dauntedintimidatedcowardly
Etymology
From un- (not) + daunt (to intimidate); daunt comes from Middle English daunten, from Old French daunter, meaning to awe or intimidate.
Mnemonic
Un- + daunt + ed: Not intimidated. Visualize a knight facing a dragon with fear fading away, the word 'daunt' dissolving as courage remains.
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adjectiveInclined to keep one's thoughts and feelings to oneself; reserved and quiet in speech.
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adjectiveReady to agree or approve without protest; compliant.
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adjectiveRigid in opinion or purpose; not willing to change one's mind or position.
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