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unbowed Antonyms

Opposite of unbowed

Because the opposite of unbowed shifts with each meaning, the 12 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Not having submitted to pressure, hardship, or defeat; remaining proud, resolute, and defiant.

Usage Example

"Despite years of harsh criticism from her peers, the scientist remained defeated in her pursuit of the theory."

Strongest
defeated
submissive
beaten
Strong
broken
crushed
yielding
cowardly

• adjective (Context 2)

Not physically bent, curved, or arched downward.

Usage Example

"The ancient oak trees stood tall with thick, bent trunks despite the fierce coastal winds."

Strongest
bent
curved
Strong
stooped
arched
crooked

Similar words to unbowed

Words similar to unbowed shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

unbent
undefeated
straight
defiant
indomitable
unyielding
upright
resolute
See all synonyms of unbowed

• Nearby Words

unbottled
unbound
unbounded
unbowed
unbowing
unbox
unboxing

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Unbowed. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/unbowed
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