Unswayed

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈsweɪd/

Definitions of unswayed

adjective not influenced or affected by someone or something; not persuaded or convinced

Example Sentences

A1 She remained unswayed by his excuses.

A2 The child was unswayed by the offer of candy.

B1 Despite the criticism, she remained unswayed in her decision.

B2 The team captain was unswayed by the opposing team's taunts.

C1 His unswayed determination led him to success despite the obstacles.

C2 The artist's unswayed vision created a masterpiece that captivated audiences.

Examples of unswayed in a Sentence

formal Despite the persuasive arguments presented, the judge remained unswayed in her decision.

informal Even after all that, she was still unswayed.

slang No matter how hard he tried, he couldn't sway her, she was unswayed.

figurative Like a rock in a river, she stood unswayed by the currents of influence.

Grammatical Forms of unswayed

• past tense: unswayed
• plural: unswayed
• comparative: more unswayed
• superlative: most unswayed
• present tense: unsway
• future tense: will unsway
• perfect tense: have unswayed
• continuous tense: is unswaying
• singular: unswayed
• positive degree: unswayed
• infinitive: to unsway
• gerund: unswaying
• participle: unswayed

Origin and Evolution of unswayed

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'unswayed' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the verb 'sway' meaning 'to move or influence someone'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'unswayed' has retained its original meaning of not being influenced or moved, but it may also be used in a more metaphorical sense to describe someone who is steadfast or resolute in their beliefs or decisions.