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Definition of unflinchingly

unflinchingly

/ʌnˈflɪn.tʃɪŋ.li/
un · flinch · ing · ly
Adjective:unflinching
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unflinchingly Lexical Profile

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• adverb

1

In a resolute, fearless manner, without shrinking from danger, difficulty, or unpleasantness.

Example

"The investigative journalist reported unflinchingly on the systemic corruption within the agency."

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• Rhymes for unflinchingly

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective unflinching plus the adverbial suffix -ly. The root verb flinch dates to the late 16th century, borrowed from Old French flenchir ('to bend' or 'turn aside'), of Germanic origin.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unflinchingly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 4, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unflinchingly
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