Search Dictionary
Definition of undeterred

undeterred

/ˌʌndɪˈtɝːd/
un · de · terred
JUMP TO:

undeterred Lexical Profile

undeterred Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Not discouraged, intimidated, or prevented from continuing to act or pursue a goal despite facing setbacks, obstacles, or opposition.

Example

"Undeterred by the initial rejection of her research grant, the scientist revised her proposal and submitted it to another foundation."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for undeterred
Antonyms
View all antonyms for undeterred

• Rhymes for undeterred

• Nearby Words

undetected
undeterminable
undetermined
undeterred
undetonated
undeveloped
undeviating

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 17th century from the negative prefix 'un-' and 'deterred', the past participle of 'deter', which comes from the Latin 'deterrere' ('to frighten off or discourage'), combining 'de-' ('away from') and 'terrere' ('to frighten').

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Undeterred. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/undeterred
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.