uneroded

Not worn away

Uneroded describes something that has not been worn away by natural forces like water, wind, or time.

The term appears most often in geology and environmental science to characterize landforms, soil, or rock surfaces that remain intact despite exposure to erosive conditions.

The uneroded cliffs stood in stark contrast to the weathered formations nearby.

It can extend figuratively to anything that has resisted gradual degradation: Her uneroded optimism surprised everyone after such setbacks.

enduring

resilient

Able to recover quickly

lastingContinuing through time
durableAble to withstand use
permanentFixed without end

indestructible · unyielding · robust · sturdy · hardy · impervious · steadfast · persistent · unworn · resistant

pristine

unblemished

Free from any defect

untouchedNot contacted or affected
unspoiledNot damaged or degraded
unmarredFree from damage

unscathed · immaculate · flawless · virgin · pure · unsullied · unaltered · undamaged · whole · complete

geological

bedrock

Solid stone underground

plateauFlat highland area
outcropSurfacing native stone
cliffVertical rock wall

escarpment · butte · mesa · ridge · formation · stratum · granite · basalt · landform · terrain

Opposites

erosion state

unerodederoded

Gradually degraded by elements

weathered · worn · degraded · abraded · corroded

Family

erode, erosion, corrode, eroding, eroded, erosive, corroded, erodible

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