resolute
pronunciation
How to pronounce resolute in British English:
UK [ˈrezəluːt]
How to pronounce resolute in American English:
US [ˈrezəluːt]
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- Adjective:
- firm in purpose or belief; characterized by firmness and determination
- characterized by quickness and firmness
Word Origin
- resolute (adj.)
- early 15c., "dissolved, of loose structure," also "morally lax," from Latin resolutus, past participle of resolvere "untie, unfasten, loose, loosen" (see resolution). Meaning "determined, decided, absolute, final" is from c. 1500, especially in resolute answer, a phrase "common in 16th c." [OED]. From 1530s of persons. The notion is of "breaking (something) into parts" as the way to arrive at the truth of it and thus make the final determination (compare resolution). Related: Resolutely; resoluteness.
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Example
- 1. The clintonites remain outwardly resolute .
- 2. They are resolute and will most likely value political principles more than material benefits .
- 3. He is seeking to portray himself both as an advocate of transparency and a resolute chief executive .
- 4. As a resolute technophobe , buffett sat out the incredible run-up in technology stocks during the late 1990s .
- 5. Reducing oil consumption by raising the gasoline tax would once again make the u. s.a resolute and effective global leader .