resolute

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Pronunciation 1.3 Adjective 1.3.1 Synonyms 1.3.2 Antonyms 1.3.3 Related terms 1.3.4 Translations

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[edit] Etymology

From Latin resolutus (past participle of resolvō).

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• IPA: /ˈresəˌluːt/
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resolute (comparative resoluter, superlative resolutest)

1. Firm, unyielding, determined. For example, she was 'resolute' in her determination to resist his romantic advances.

   He was resolute in his decision to stay.

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• See also Wikisaurus:obstinate

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• irresolute

[edit] Related terms

• resolutely
• resolution
• resoluteness
• resolve

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