resolute
adjective
, -lət\
Definition of resolute
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Adjective
, -lət- ; ˌre-zə-ˈlüt- \
adverb
, -lət- , ˌre-zə-ˈlüt- \
noun
Synonyms & Antonyms for resolute
Synonyms: Adjective
bent (on or upon), bound, decisive, determined, do-or-die, firm, hell-bent (on or upon), intent, out, purposeful, resolved, set, single-minded
Antonyms: Adjective
faltering, hesitant, indecisive, irresolute, undetermined, unresolved, vacillating, wavering, weak-kneed
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Examples of resolute in a Sentence
Adjective
She is a resolute competitor. He has remained resolute in his opposition to the bill. a leader with a stern and resolute manner
Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective
For months, farmers have remained resolute, continuing to pledge support to a president who says his trade policies will help the agricultural industry win in the end. — Alan Rappeport, BostonGlobe.com, "Farmers’ frustration with Trump grows as US escalates China fight," 27 Aug. 2019 For months, farmers have remained resolute, continuing to pledge support to a president who says his trade policies will help the agricultural industry win in the end. — Alan Rappeport, New York Times, "Farmers’ Frustration With Trump Grows as U.S. Escalates China Fight," 27 Aug. 2019 And there are those who re-define their style ethos with every new outfit, setting themselves apart from trends through a resolute sense of their own style. — Tatum Dooley, Teen Vogue, "MTV VMAs 2019: We Talked to Designer Howie B About Lizzo's Performance Look," 27 Aug. 2019 Let there be no doubt that this team is of one blessed soul and of one resolute mind. — Reader Submitted, Cincinnati.com, "Anniversaries: Daniel Brooks & JoAnn Kotzbauer," 25 Aug. 2019 That mark is already in place, resolute and indelible. — Bruce Jenkins, SFChronicle.com, "Bay Area swimming phenom’s next lap: 28 miles around Manhattan island," 15 Aug. 2019 Whether Trump possesses the tenacity or the attention span to initiate a resolute and courageous liquidation of America’s unsound position in the Persian Gulf will seem unlikely to many. — Andrew J. Bacevich, Twin Cities, "Andrew Bacevich: Trump’s reluctance to bomb foreign countries is a strength, not a sign of weakness," 4 July 2019 The activists and Latino leaders remain resolute that those who lost their lives will not be forgotten and change will arise from tragedy. — Adrian Carrasquillo, The New Republic, "El Paso Has Exposed the Ugly Reality of the “Immigration Debate”," 5 Aug. 2019 Three-quarters of a century later, the uniformity of the headstones, and their exacting placement, lend a feel that the fallen remain resolute, soldiers still on guard. — Kevin Paul Dupont, BostonGlobe.com, "D-Day anniversary truly puts hockey, life in perspective," 8 June 2019Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
Dortmund controlled large parts of the first half, but ultimately lacked a cutting edge against a resolute Martin Schmidt side. — SI.com, "Borussia Dortmund 5-1 Augsburg: Report, Ratings & Reaction as Alcacer & Sancho Shine," 17 Aug. 2019 After scoring so early in the six preceding matches, the USA failed to break down the Oranje's resolute and sometimes desperate defending in the opening stages. — Avi Creditor, SI.com, "USA Wins Fourth Women's World Cup Title, Outlasts Netherlands in Final," 7 July 2019 Voice quivering but resolute, Dr. Ford gave a testimony that was detailed, emotional, convincing, and often very hard to hear. — Cady Drell, Marie Claire, "9 Powerful Quotes from Christine Blasey Ford's Hearing," 27 Sep. 2018 Iran, however, surprisingly lead the group after round one, after a shocking win over Morocco, and will be hoping the resolute defending that served them well in their first match will be enough to keep out one of the pre-tournament favourites. — SI.com, "World Cup Preview: Iran vs Spain - Recent Form, Team News, Predictions & More," 19 June 2018 Bryan Smith, at least now, appears resolute to put it behind him. — Eric Heisig, cleveland.com, "After years of heroin addiction, Mayfield Heights man is now 11 months clean," 30 Apr. 2018 Unvanquished Calm and resolute is the frosty saga of the Unvanquished. — AJC.com, "10 ‘evergreen’ cocktails from Atlanta bars to spruce up winter drinking," 21 Jan. 2018 After last week’s resolute showing in the 1-0 victory away to Napoli, Massimiliano Allegri’s Juventus went into this game knowing that a win would take them top – at least temporarily – with Napoli playing on Sunday. — SI.com, "Juventus 0-0 Inter Milan: Title Rivals Draw Blank in Tight Derby d'Italia Stalemate," 9 Dec. 2017 Typically the art world holds its ground, emerging bruised but resolute. — Robin Pogrebin And Sopan Deb, New York Times, "Guggenheim Museum Is Criticized for Pulling Animal Artworks," 26 Sep. 2017These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'resolute.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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