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Definition of uncompromising
uncompromising
/ˌʌnˈkɑːmprəmaɪzɪŋ/
un · com · prom · is · ing
Adverb:uncompromisingly
uncompromising Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
10
Tier
2
Usage
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Syllables
5
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1
Showing an unwillingness to make concessions to others, especially by changing one's ways or opinions.
Example
"The director was known for her uncompromising artistic vision and refusal to cater to commercial trends."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in the late 18th century from the prefix 'un-' (not) and 'compromising', which derives via Middle French from Late Latin 'compromissum' (a mutual promise to abide by an arbiter's decision).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Uncompromising. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/uncompromising