Unbeirrtheit
steadfastness, unwavering resolve
noun oon-be-IRRT-heyt Rare
Usage Note
Unbeirrtheit describes the quality of not being deflected from one's course by doubt, criticism, or pressure. It is largely positive but can edge into stubbornness when the course taken is wrong. Related adjective: unbeirrt.
Examples
"Trotz aller Kritik verfolgte er sein Ziel mit stiller Unbeirrtheit."
Natural Translation
Despite all criticism he pursued his goal with quiet steadfastness.
Literal Translation
Despite all criticism he pursued his goal with quiet unwavering-ness.
Related Words
- Abgeklärtheit serenity, mature composure, detached calm
- Anmaßung presumption, arrogance, overstepping
- Aufgeschlossenheit open-mindedness, receptiveness
- Bedachtheit deliberateness, thoughtful care, circumspection
- Begeisterungsfähigkeit capacity for enthusiasm
- Beharrungsvermögen tenacity, perseverance
- Beharrungswille persistence, determination to persist
- Beherrschtheit self-control, composure
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