unshakability

Cannot be rattled

Unshakability is the quality of being impossible to disturb or weaken.

It describes firmness that resists all pressure—the unshakability of someone's faith, resolve, or composure.

The word often appears in contexts of emotional or psychological steadiness: Her unshakability under cross-examination impressed the jury.

resolve

determination

Firmness of purpose

resoluteness · single-mindedness · purposefulness · adamancy · conviction · decisiveness · willpower · commitment · dedication · tenacity

resilience

fortitude

Enduring courage under pain

stamina · grit · perseverance · hardiness · robustness · backbone · mettle · staying power · durability · indomitability

loyalty

faithfulness

Devoted loyalty maintained

dependability · reliability · fidelity · trustworthiness · staunchness · trueness · dedication · adherence

composure

equanimity

Unshakable mental steadiness

calmness · coolness · steadiness · tranquility · placidity · self-possession · unflappability · collectedness · level-headedness · sangfroid

Opposites
emotional/psychological stability

unshakabilityinstability

Tendency toward unpredictable change

shakiness · fragility · vulnerability · volatility · emotional volatility

physical/structural integrity

unshakabilityfragility

Ease of breaking

shakiness · instability · flimsiness · weakness · brittleness

certainty/conviction

unshakabilitywavering

Showing unsteady resolve

uncertainty · doubt · vacillation · indecision · irresolution

Family

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G