unswerving

IPA/ʌnˈswɜːvɪŋ/
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unswerving — adjective

  • unswervingpositive
  • more unswervingcomparative
  • most unswervingsuperlative

1. used to describe support, loyalty, or belief that is constant and never weakens,

1.形容詞B2
釋義

used to describe support, loyalty, or belief that is constant and never weakens, even in difficult circumstances

例句

Walid's unswerving dedication to the project kept the team motivated through months of setbacks.

unswerving dedication + to + [project/cause]

The orphanage depends on the unswerving support of donors like Ms. Apinya.

同義詞
  • unwavering

    very similar in meaning; interchangeable in most contexts, though 'unwavering' is slightly more common

  • steadfast

    slightly more old-fashioned and literary; emphasizes firmness maintained over a long period

  • constant

    less formal and more widely used; can apply to both feelings and things that do not change

反義詞
  • wavering

    describes a person or feeling that is uncertain and keeps changing

  • fickle

    stronger negative connotation; suggests unreliable and changeable loyalty

文法句型

unswerving + noun (attributive)

be + unswerving (predicative)

用法筆記

Typically modifies abstract nouns such as loyalty, support, commitment, dedication, and belief. Frequently used in formal or written contexts (speeches, journalism, literature) rather than in casual conversation.

常見錯誤

❌The car drove in an unswerving line down the highway.
✅The car drove in a straight line down the highway.
💡'Unswerving' describes loyalty or belief, not physical movement or direction.