Unyielding
mediumNeutral toneun-YEEL-ding
adjective
Definition
Not giving way to pressure; firm and resolute
Memory hook
UN-YIELDING: refusing to YIELD or give way — firm and inflexible.
Examples
“The unyielding negotiator refused all compromise.”
“Her unyielding stance frustrated opponents.”
Test yourself
Fill in the blank with the right word:
“The ______ negotiator refused all compromise.”
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unyielding
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GRE Tip
Unyielding is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "inflexible" or "adamant" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "pliant".
Related GRE Words
obstinate
Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action
obdurate
Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action
adamant
Refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind; unyielding
intransigent
Unwilling or refusing to change one's views or agree; uncompromising
dogmatic
Inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true
fast
(adjective) Firmly fixed or attached; (verb) to abstain from food
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