をものともせず

without being affected by; in spite of; undeterred by; brushing off

N1

Meaning

without being affected by; in spite of; undeterred by; brushing off

Formation

Noun + をものともせず

Explanation

をものともせず is used to express that someone acts or continues despite obstacles, difficulties, criticism, or danger, treating them as insignificant.

It emphasizes strong will, courage, or perseverance, and often praises the subject for not being discouraged by negative factors.

This grammar is mainly used in written or formal Japanese, such as news articles, biographies, essays, and JLPT reading passages.