〜をものともせず
Formation
Meaning
Indicates that one continues an action or achieves a goal without being hindered by difficulties, obstacles, or risks.
Note
A formal and literary expression that emphasizes bravery and determination in the face of adversity. Often describes heroic or admirable behavior of others; it is rarely used to describe the speaker's own actions.
Examples
彼は周囲の反対をものともせず、自分の信念を貫いた。
Undeterred by the opposition of those around him, he stuck to his beliefs.
彼女は怪我の痛みをものともせず、最後まで走りきった。
Disregarding the pain of her injury, she ran to the end.
隊員たちは激しい嵐をものともせず、救助活動を続けた。
Undeterred by the violent storm, the team members continued their rescue operations.
その企業は不況をものともせず、着実に成長を続けている。
Regardless of the recession, the company continues to grow steadily.
彼は親の期待というプレッシャーをものともせず、夢を追いかけた。
Undeterred by the pressure of his parents' expectations, he chased his dream.
ボランティアたちは照りつける太陽をものともせず、ゴミを拾い続けた。
Undeterred by the blazing sun, the volunteers continued to pick up trash.