“Bloody but Unbowed” - 🤕 Wounded or scarred, but not defeated. This defiant term hails from William Ernest Henley’s iconic poem, “Invictus,” where he passionately asserts: “Under the bludgeonings of chance my head is bloody, but unbowed.”
Synonyms:§
- Resilient
- Indomitable
- Unyielding
- Stalwart
- Unbroken
Antonyms:§
- Defeated
- Crushed
- Subdued
- Beaten
- Broken
Humorous Quotes:§
- “Life knocked me down a few times, but my ability to snack was never compromised.” — Unknown
- “I bend, I don’t break…slice me another piece of that resilience pie, please!” — Humorous Dave
Proverbs:§
- “Fall seven times, stand up eight.” — Japanese Proverb
- “A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor.” — Franklin D. Roosevelt
References in Literature:§
- Book: “Unbroken” by Laura Hillenbrand — A harrowing tale of survival, resilience, and redemption.
- Poem: “If—” by Rudyard Kipling — A masterclass in stoic resilience and determination.
- Song: “We Shall Overcome” — An inspirational anthem of triumph over adversity.
- Movie: “The Pursuit of Happyness” — Depicts the relentless challenges and ultimate triumphs of one undeterred man.
Related Terms and Expressions:§
- Triumph Over Tragedy
- Rising from the Ashes
- Survival Against the Odds
- Spitting in the Face of Danger
- Against All Odds
Inspirational Thought:§
“Embrace the storms, for they make you stronger, honing your spirit into one that is bloody, but forever unbowed.” — W. A. Epicvoice
