unswayed
|un-swayed|
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/ʌnˈsweɪd/
(sway)
rhythmic movement or influence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unswayed' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'sway,' which comes from Old Norse 'sveigja,' meaning 'to bend or incline.'
Historical Evolution
'sway' changed from the Old Norse word 'sveigja' and eventually became the modern English word 'sway.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'sway' meant 'to bend or incline,' but over time it evolved to include the meaning of 'influence or control.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not influenced or affected by something.
Despite the pressure, she remained unswayed in her decision.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41