resolute
Americanadjective
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firmly resolved or determined; set in purpose or opinion.
Her parents wanted her to marry, but she was focused on her education and remained resolute.
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characterized by firmness and determination, as the temper, spirit, actions, etc..
The mayor was asked to take resolute action against the looters.
- Synonyms:
- undaunted
adjective
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firm in purpose or belief; steadfast
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characterized by resolution; determined
a resolute answer
Related Words
See earnest 1.
Other Word Forms
- overresolute adjective
- overresoluteness noun
- resolutely adverb
- resoluteness noun
- semiresolute adjective
- semiresoluteness noun
- unresolute adjective
- unresoluteness noun
Etymology
Origin of resolute
First recorded in 1375–1425 for earlier sense “dissolved”; 1525–35 for current senses; late Middle English, from Latin resolūtus, past participle of the verb resolvere resolve
Example Sentences
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Stokes' answers in his press conference suggested he is resolute in wanting to continue.
From BBC
Nevertheless, she is one of the series’ most formidable characters and the model of resolute ambition.
From Salon
"Racism remains a challenge in Finnish society, and its resolution requires continuous and resolute efforts," it acknowledged in an X post earlier this week.
From BBC
One particular covert operation she regularly took part in is one many daughters have had to take with their resolute mothers — Black Friday shopping.
From Los Angeles Times
She’s a physical marvel here, making herself as small and inconspicuous — yet also as quietly resolute — as her complex character requires.
From Los Angeles Times
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