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Resolute

Resolute Meaning & Definition
Resolute Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Resolute?

[adj] characterized by quickness and firmness; "his reply was unhesitating"
[adj] firm in purpose or belief; characterized by firmness and determination; "stood resolute against the enemy"; "faced with a resolute opposition"; "a resolute and unshakeable faith"

Synonyms | Synonyms for Resolute: bent | bent on(p) | dead set(p) | decisive | desperate | determined | do-or-die(a) | firm | foursquare | hell-bent | intent on(p) | out to(p) | resolved | single-minded | spartan | stalwart | steadfast | steady | stout | unbendable | undaunted | undeterred | undiscouraged | undismayed | unfaltering | unhesitating | unshakable | unshaken | unwavering

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See Also | brave | courageous | fearless | purposeful

Resolute In Webster's Dictionary

\Res"o*lute\ (r?z"?-l?t), a. [Cf. F. r['e]solu. The L. resolutus (p. p. of resolvere) means, relaxed, enervated, effeminate. See {Resolve}, v. t. & i.] 1. Having a decided purpose; determined; resolved; fixed in a determination; hence, bold; firm; steady. Edward is at hand, Ready to fight; therefore be resolute. --Shak. 2. Convinced; satisfied; sure. [Obs.] 3. Resolving, or explaining; as, the Resolute Doctor Durand. [Obs.] Syn: Determined; decided; fixed; steadfast; steady; constant; persevering; firm; bold; unshaken.
\Res"o*lute\ (r?z"?-l?t), n. 1. One who is resolute; hence, a desperado. [Obs.] --Shak. 2. Redelivery; repayment. [Obs.] ``Yearly resolutes, deductions, and payments.'' --Bp. Burnet.

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