unbowed

Meanings

• adjective

  1. Not bowed or bent in the face of adversity; unyielding.

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Variants

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unbowed

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Etymology

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From Old English 'unbogan', 'unbowed'. The past participle of the verb 'bow'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'unbowed' is often used in the context of heraldry to describe a shield that is not bent or distorted.

2. In music, a 'unison' is a musical interval where two or more notes have the same pitch. 'Unbowed' notes are notes that are played without vibrato.

3. In astronomy, an 'unbowed' star is a star that is not affected by gravitational lensing.

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1. resilience: The ability to recover quickly from difficult conditions. 'Unbowed' individuals are often described as resilient, as they are able to bounce back from adversity.

2. determination: A firm or fixed purpose. 'Unbowed' individuals are often described as determined, as they remain focused on their goals despite challenges.

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In literature, the term 'unbowed' is often used to describe characters who remain steadfast and unyielding in the face of adversity. One famous example is Macbeth, who famously declares 'I have no spur to prick the sides of my intent, but only vaulting ambition, which the very heavens themselves do with their eyes confront.' (Act I, Scene v).

How to Memorize "unbowed"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a tree that remains unbent in the wind. Imagine the tree's trunk standing strong, refusing to bend or break.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'unbowed' with the word 'determined'. Remember that 'unbowed' individuals are determined and unyielding.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Unbowed: Unyielding, Unbroken, Unbeaten'. This phrase can help you remember the definition of 'unbowed'.

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