About The Word Resolute
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Resolute
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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 Related Terms | Find terms related to Resolute: 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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