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resolute
Meaning: firm and determined in purpose
resolute in a sentence
How resolute is used in real sentences:
The captain remained resolute even as the storm grew worse.
The team's resolute captain refused to accept defeat at halftime.
“By contrast, a limpet was resolute beneath breaking surf, holding the same feeding path despite repeated blows from loose stones.”
— from the passage A Basin Between Tides
Synonyms for resolute
Other words for resolute — determined, steadfast and unwavering — carry the same meaning.
- determined
- steadfast
- unwavering
Antonyms of resolute
Words that mean the opposite of resolute:
- irresolute
- wavering
Where it comes from
From Latin resolutus, past participle of resolvere 'to loosen, resolve'
Word parts
- solv/solu — loosen; release
resolute: re- (thoroughly) + solu (loosen)
Memory hook
RESOLUTE — RESOLVEd and absoLUTEly not backing down.