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adjective not discouraged or dismayed; resolute or fearless.There were many setbacks, but the undaunted suffragettes carried on their fight for the vote.Undaunted, he proposed marriage to her again and again. See the…

adjective lacking energy, determination, or enthusiasm; listless or lazy.Hot and humid weather tends to make me lackadaisical; I’d rather take a nap than do anything productive. See the full entry

adjective unsure of oneself; shy; demure.The inventor was an unassuming and diffident man who found it difficult to persuade would-be investors.The young substitute teacher addressed the students in a diffident manner. See…

transitive verb to handle and use (a weapon, tool, or the like), esp. with power or control.She’d had plenty of practice, and she knew how to wield a gun.The crowd moved back…