[1745–55; un-1 + hesitating]This word is first recorded in the period 1745–55. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: compressor, development, input, symmetrical, umbilical cordun- is a prefix meaning “not,” freely used as an English formative, giving negative oropposite force in adjectives and their derivative adverbs and nouns (unfair; unfairly; unfairness; unfelt; unseen; unfitting; unformed; unheard-of; un-get-at-able), and less freely used in certain other nouns (unrest; unemployment)
Examples of 'unhesitating' in a sentence
unhesitating
I would give an unhesitating affirmative answer to both.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
Ask him his ambition and he is unhesitating.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
The souls of the martyrs were thought to go straight to heaven, as a reward for their unhesitating commitment.
The Times Literary Supplement (2016)
She is unhesitating when she speaks.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
Synonyms of 'unhesitating'
wholehearted, implicit, resolute, steadfast
instant, ready, immediate, prompt
More Synonyms of unhesitating
1 (adjective)
Synonyms
wholehearted
implicit
He had implicit faith in the noble intentions of the Emperor.
resolute
a decisive and resolute international leader
steadfast
He remained steadfast in his belief that he had done the right thing.
unwavering
She has been encouraged by the unwavering support of her family.
unquestioning
unswerving
her unswerving belief in her father's innocence
unreserved
Charles displays unreserved admiration for his grandfather.
unfaltering
Thomas Covenant's stride went on, as unfaltering as clockwork.
Opposites
questioning
,
uncertain
,
unsure
,
tentative
,
wavering
,
hesitant
,
diffident
,
irresolute
2 (adjective)
Synonyms
instant
I had taken an instant dislike to her.
ready
I didn't have a ready answer for this dilemma.
immediate
My immediate reaction was one of disgust.
prompt
an inflammation of the eyeball which needs prompt treatment
without delay
instantaneous
His allergic reaction to the cat was instantaneous.
Additional synonyms
in the sense of immediate
Definition
taking place without delay
My immediate reaction was one of disgust.
Synonyms
instant,
prompt,
instantaneous,
quick,
on-the-spot,
split-second
in the sense of implicit
Definition
absolute and unquestioning
He had implicit faith in the noble intentions of the Emperor.
Synonyms
absolute,
full,
complete,
total,
firm,
fixed,
entire,
constant,
utter,
outright,
consummate,
unqualified,
out-and-out,
steadfast,
wholehearted,
unadulterated,
unreserved,
unshakable,
unshaken,
unhesitating
in the sense of instantaneous
Definition
happening at once
His allergic reaction to the cat was instantaneous.
Synonyms
immediate,
prompt,
instant,
direct,
on-the-spot
Nearby words of
unhesitating
unheard-of
unheeded
unheralded
unhesitating
unhinge
unhinged
unholy
Synonyms of 'unhesitating'
unhesitating
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Additional synonyms
in the sense of prompt
Definition
done without delay
an inflammation of the eyeball which needs prompt treatment
Synonyms
immediate,
quick,
rapid,
instant,
timely,
early,
swift,
on time,
speedy,
instantaneous,
punctual,
pdq (slang),
unhesitating
in the sense of ready
Definition
quick or intelligent
I didn't have a ready answer for this dilemma.
Synonyms
prompt,
smart,
quick,
bright,
sharp,
keen,
acute,
rapid,
alert,
clever,
intelligent,
handy,
apt,
skilful,
astute,
perceptive,
expert,
deft,
resourceful,
adroit,
quick-witted,
dexterous
in the sense of resolute
Definition
firm in purpose or belief
a decisive and resolute international leader
Synonyms
determined,
set,
firm,
dogged,
fixed,
constant,
bold,
relentless,
stubborn,
stalwart,
staunch,
persevering,
inflexible,
purposeful,
tenacious,
undaunted,
strong-willed,
steadfast,
obstinate,
unwavering,
immovable,
unflinching,
unbending,
unshakable,
unshaken
in the sense of steadfast
Definition
dedicated and unwavering
He remained steadfast in his belief that he had done the right thing.
Synonyms
resolute,
firm,
fast,
fixed,
stable,
intent,
single-minded,
unwavering,
immovable,
unflinching,
unswerving,
unfaltering
in the sense of unfaltering
Thomas Covenant's stride went on, as unfaltering as clockwork.
Synonyms
steady,
unfailing,
unwavering,
firm,
persevering,
resolute,
tireless,
steadfast,
indefatigable,
unflinching,
unswerving,
unflagging,
untiring
in the sense of unreserved
Definition
complete and without holding back any doubts
Charles displays unreserved admiration for his grandfather.
Synonyms
total,
full,
absolute,
complete,
entire,
unlimited,
unconditional,
unqualified,
wholehearted,
without reservation
in the sense of unswerving
Definition
not turning aside
her unswerving belief in her father's innocence
Synonyms
firm,
staunch,
steadfast,
constant,
true,
direct,
devoted,
steady,
dedicated,
resolute,
single-minded,
unwavering,
unflagging,
untiring,
unfaltering,
undeviating
in the sense of unwavering
Definition
(of a feeling or attitude) remaining firm and never weakening
She has been encouraged by the unwavering support of her family.