Unblinking

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈblɪŋkɪŋ/

Definitions of unblinking

adjective describing a person or their expression as not blinking or showing no emotion

Example Sentences

A1 The cat stared at the mouse with unblinking eyes.

A2 She sat unblinking in front of the television, completely absorbed in the show.

B1 The security guard kept an unblinking watch on the entrance to the building.

B2 The detective's unblinking gaze made the suspect feel uneasy.

C1 The artist painted a portrait with unblinking attention to detail.

C2 The sniper remained unblinking as he waited for his target to appear.

Examples of unblinking in a Sentence

formal The unblinking security camera recorded every movement in the building.

informal She stared at the TV unblinking, completely absorbed in the show.

slang The cat sat unblinking, waiting for the perfect moment to pounce.

figurative Her unblinking determination to succeed propelled her forward despite the challenges.

Grammatical Forms of unblinking

• past tense: unblinked
• plural: unblinkings
• comparative: more unblinking
• superlative: most unblinking
• present tense: unblinks
• future tense: will unblink
• perfect tense: has unblinked
• continuous tense: is unblinking
• singular: unblinking
• positive degree: unblinking
• infinitive: to unblink
• gerund: unblinking
• participle: unblinking

Origin and Evolution of unblinking

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'unblinking' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the verb 'blink' which refers to closing and opening one's eyes quickly.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe someone who does not blink or close their eyes, 'unblinking' has evolved to also mean someone who is unwavering, steadfast, or resolute in their actions or beliefs.