resolute

[rez-uh-loot] / ˈrɛz əˌlut /

ADJECTIVE

determined, strong-willed

Synonyms

STRONGEST

adamant bold courageous obstinate persistent relentless serious staunch steadfast strong stubborn tenacious uncompromising unflinching unshakable unwavering unyielding

WEAK

constant dead set on decided dogged faithful firm fixed immutable inflexible intent upon intrepid loyal meaning business persevering persisting purposeful resolved set settled steady true unbending unchanging undaunted unfaltering unflagging unshaken valiant

Antonyms

STRONGEST

afraid agreeable complacent cooperative cowardly fearful flexible irresolute light meek shy soft submissive surrendering timid unreliable wavering weak willing yielding

WEAK

cautious

Example Sentences

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Gingersnipes crossed her arms, looking resolute in her verdict that the two of them had, despite all odds, bonded over the past two days.

From Literature

Those sources are resolute in the face of discomfort among Labour MPs.

From BBC

But on Wednesday, he told the BBC he was resolute in his views.

From BBC

Regardless, Operation Desert Storm was a decisive victory, in part thanks to resolute and thoughtful leaders such as Mr. Hertling.

From The Wall Street Journal

Home Office Minister Alex Norris said the UK was "resolute" in protecting the nation's interests and that "significant" time had been spent building defensive systems in the eastern Mediterranean.

From BBC

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