Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • Not wavering; not unstable; not fluctuating; fixed; constant; steadfast.

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  • adjective Never doubted; always steady and on course

from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.

  • adjective marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable
  • adjective not showing abrupt variations

Etymologies

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un- +‎ wavering.

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Examples

  • The plot, unoriginal and unwavering, is the best thing going for this film.

    Clash of the Titans Movie Review: A Monstrous Misfire | /Film 2010

  • It is very important to understand who you are and remain unwavering in your beliefs and dreams.

    USATODAY.com - Xu: 'Big picture' always in focus 2006

  • Since I have not only neglected my own blog but my friends 'as well (and I consider you a friend, as we all want only the best for each other and stand by in unwavering support), I have been reading back, interest a bit piqued by your last comment.

    The Proposal Jessica 2005

  • Others adopted an expression of unwavering ferocity.

    Sea of Thunder Evan Thomas 2006

  • Others adopted an expression of unwavering ferocity.

    Sea of Thunder Evan Thomas 2006

  • How many of us trusted in unwavering U.S. adherence to the principles of the Geneva Convention?

    Schmidt, Norman 1990

  • "We will also be conveying very directly and personally to the Haitian people our long-term unwavering support, solidarity and sympathies," Clinton said.

    Arab Times Kuwait English Daily 2010

  • Putting aside weapons and sanctions -- whether it is possible to bomb someone into being peaceful, or starve their children until they are peaceful, or cut off their access to energy and water until they are peaceful -- there seems to be something fundamentally undemocratic about the idea of unwavering nationalism.

    Where was Tikkun Olam at the AIPAC Conference in DC? 2009

  • From our perspective, this is a defining moment inasmuch as we are not clear where exactly the CNURA government stands on federalism, and whether or not it is giving the idea unwavering support.

    National Policy Institute 2008

  • From our perspective, this is a defining moment inasmuch as we are not clear where exactly the CNURA government stands on federalism, and whether or not it is giving the idea unwavering support.

    National Policy Institute 2008

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