Resolute

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  • adjective. Firm or determined; unwavering.
  • The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
  • noun. In mathematics, the specifically directed component of a vector.
  • Separated; loose; broken up; dissolved.
  • Convinced; satisfied; certain.
  • Resolving; convincing; satisfying.
  • Having a fixed resolve; determined; hence, bold; firm; steady; constantin pursuing a purpose.
  • Synonyms Decided, fixed, unshaken, unwavering, stanch, undaunted, steadfast; the place of resolute among such words is determined by its fundamental idea, that of a fixed will or put pose, and its acquired idea, that of a firm front and bold action presented to opposers or resistors. It is therefore a high word in the field of will and courage. See decision.
  • noun. A resolute or determined person.
  • noun. Repayment; redelivery.
  • the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
  • adjective. Having a decided purpose; determined; resolved; fixed in a determination; hence, bold; firm; steady.
  • adjective. Convinced; satisfied; sure.
  • adjective. Resolving, or explaining.
  • noun. One who is resolute; hence, a desperado.
  • noun. Redelivery; repayment.
  • Wiktionary, Creative Commons Attribution/Share-Alike License
  • adjective. Firm, unyielding, determined.
  • WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.
  • adjective. characterized by quickness and firmness
  • adjective. firm in purpose or belief; characterized by firmness and determination
  • Word Usage
    "Still hoarse, she was pale but calm, her expression resolute rather than afraid."
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    Benton  Spartan  bent  dead set  decisive  
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