resolute

/ˈɹɛ.zəˌl(j)uːt/

ɹƐ · zəl(j)uːt (2 syllables)

English Adj Top 28,004

Definition

Firm, unyielding, determined.

Etymology

From Latin resolutus (“released”), past participle of resolvō (“I release, I unbind”) (re- + solvō, whence solve). Compare typologically Russian реши́тельный (rešítelʹnyj) (< реши́ть (rešítʹ)).

Example Sentences

"She was resolute in her determination to resist his romantic advances."
"He was resolute in his decision to stay."
"Edward is at hand, / Ready to fight; therefore be resolute."