unyielding
adjectiveFirmly refusing to give way or change; also physically inflexible.
Refusing to give way
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Clear all filtersFirmly refusing to give way or change; also physically inflexible.
Refusing to give way
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Acceptance without active objection, often despite reservations.
Ready to accept a decision without resistance.
Firmly unwilling to change a position or decision.
Willing to follow instructions or meeting stated requirements.
Willing to follow directions
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Respectful yielding to another person's judgment or wishes.
Producing useful results, successful ideas, or abundant growth.
Giving in to a desire or allowing oneself a pleasure.
Overly willing to satisfy someone's wishes or excuse their behavior.
Unwilling or unable to change or bend.
Difficult to manage, control, or resolve.
Unwilling to compromise or change a firmly held position.
Producing substantial financial gain.
Stubbornly unwilling to change despite reasons or persuasion.
Stubbornly resistant
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Continuing without weakening or letting up.
Able to recover or return to form after difficulty or pressure.
Returning to physical form
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Firm and determined in purpose.
The act of yielding to another's authority or control.
Yielding to authority
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Inclined to accept another person's authority or wishes without resistance.
Refusing to make concessions or weaken a position or standard.
Remaining firm and steady without hesitation or change of purpose.
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