unblenching
Not turning away
Unblenching means unflinching—showing no sign of fear, hesitation, or withdrawal when facing something difficult or frightening.
The word derives from blench, meaning to flinch or draw back.
Someone who meets danger with unblenching courage or stares down a threat with an unblenching gaze refuses to show weakness or retreat.
Refusing to show fear
- fearlessLacking any apprehension
- undauntedCourageously persistent despite difficulty
- intrepidResolutely without fear
- dauntlessUnable to intimidate
valiant · gallant · heroic · bold · audacious · stouthearted · lionhearted · unafraid
Steady and unchanging
- steadfastFirmly loyal, unshakeable
- determinedFirmly committed to purpose
- resoluteFixed in purpose
- firmSolid or resolute
unyielding · adamant · unshakable · immovable · tenacious · dogged · persistent · single-minded
Without visible emotion
- unmovedNot stirred physically/emotionally
- unperturbedNot bothered or worried
- composedCalm and self-possessed
- calmFree from agitation
collected · unfazed · unflappable · dispassionate · imperturbable · stolid · phlegmatic · even-keeled
unflinching
Refusing to show fear
- fearlessLacking any apprehension
- undauntedCourageously persistent despite difficulty
- intrepidResolutely without fear
dauntless · valiant · gallant · heroic · bold · audacious · stouthearted · lionhearted · unafraid · brave
unwavering
Steady and unchanging
- steadfastFirmly loyal, unshakeable
- determinedFirmly committed to purpose
- resoluteFixed in purpose
firm · unyielding · adamant · unshakable · immovable · tenacious · dogged · persistent · single-minded · committed
impassive
Without visible emotion
- unmovedNot stirred physically/emotionally
- unperturbedNot bothered or worried
- composedCalm and self-possessed
calm · collected · unfazed · unflappable · dispassionate · imperturbable · stolid · phlegmatic · even-keeled · cool