determined

[dih-tur-mind] / dɪˈtɜr mɪnd /

ADJECTIVE

driven, persistent

Synonyms

STRONGEST

decisive dogged purposeful resolute resolved serious single-minded steadfast strong-willed stubborn tenacious

STRONG

bent decided firm fixed obstinate pat persevering set settled

WEAK

bent on buckled down constant earnest hard as nails hardboiled intent mean business on ice set on solid strong-minded unfaltering unflinching unhesitating unwavering

Antonyms

STRONGEST

irresolute undetermined weak yielding

STRONG

changeable flexible indefinite soft undecided unfixed

WEAK

hesitating vacillating wavering

Example Sentences

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Despite their opponents appearing determined to take the game to penalties from early on, the Canadians kept their cool before Stephen Eustaquio delivered the moment of quality to win it in stoppage time.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

The company said the final offer price will be determined through a book-building process.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

The Home Office has not determined how much they would need to earn before making monthly instalments.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

“Ovarian cancer is relentless, but I will stay optimistic and determined in continuing to fight this battle,” Evert wrote.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

Additionally, it has been determined that the animal is releasable.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz

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