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Resolute
Determined; having a firm and unwavering purpose.
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I am determined to be a good soldier and do my best to serve my country. If I do, next year the captain will re-salute to and show me what a good job I’ve done! says a lieutenant. If you are absolute about a matter, you must be determined, firm and do not change your mind.
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Sounds Like
REZ-uh-loot
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Looks Like
absolute (definite)
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Remember This
The word resolute comes from Latin resolutus, meaning 'loosened, released; decided.' The famous Resolute Desk in the White House was named after the HMS Resolute, a British ship.
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Other Forms
Resolutelyadverb
Resolutenessnoun
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Connect With
determine, steadfastness, perseverance, unwavering, doggedness
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Note
Use resolute to describe people who remain firm under pressure or who make unwavering decisions. Do not use it to describe feelings; instead, describe actions, stances, or character (e.g., a resolute leader, a resolute decision).
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Examples
- Despite the criticism, she remained resolute in pursuing her goals.
- The team took a resolute stance on cutting costs while preserving quality.
Synonyms
determinedsteadfastunwaveringtenaciousadamant
Antonyms
indecisivewaveringuncertain
Etymology
From Latin resolutus, past participle of resolvere 'to loosen, to release; to settle, to decide'.
Mnemonic
RE-SOLVE IT: The word sounds like 'resolve it'—a reminder that someone resolute has decided firmly and will face the challenge without wavering.
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