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unbeugsam

unbending, inflexible, indomitable

adjective UN-boyg-zahm Rare
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Usage Note

Unbeugsam (literally 'not bendable') describes unyielding firmness of will in the face of pressure — it can be admiring (indomitable spirit) or critical (inflexible rigidity) depending on context. Often used in political and literary rhetoric.

Examples

"Trotz aller Widerstände blieb sie unbeugsam in ihrer Überzeugung."

Natural Translation

Despite all opposition she remained unbending in her conviction.

Literal Translation

Despite all resistances she remained unbending in her conviction.

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