unbowed unbowed /ənˈbaʊd/

adjective

1. Not forced to bow down to a conqueror  ( unbowed )
   not forced to bow down to a conqueror
   
2. Erect in posture  ( unbent , unbowed , straight )
   erect in posture
    Sit straight
   sit straight
    Stood defiantly with unbowed back
   stood defiantly with unbowed back