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Definitions

resolute

[rez-uh-loot] / ˈrɛz əˌlut /
ADJECTIVE
determined, strong-willed
Synonyms
STRONGEST
adamant bold courageous obstinate persistent relentless serious staunch steadfast strong stubborn tenacious uncompromising unflinching unshakable unwavering unyielding
WEAK
constant dead set on decided dogged faithful firm fixed immutable inflexible intent upon intrepid loyal meaning business persevering persisting purposeful resolved set settled steady true unbending unchanging undaunted unfaltering unflagging unshaken valiant
Antonyms
STRONGEST
afraid agreeable complacent cooperative cowardly fearful flexible irresolute light meek shy soft submissive surrendering timid unreliable wavering weak willing yielding
WEAK
cautious

Example Sentences

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Regardless, Operation Desert Storm was a decisive victory, in part thanks to resolute and thoughtful leaders such as Mr. Hertling.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

Let’s hope that we can knock over that house of cards with peace walks and other forms of calm, resolute resistance.

From Salon • Feb. 13, 2026

The tone was matter-of-fact, direct, resolute, but moments of fear crept in.

From Slate • Feb. 11, 2026

"I haven't been to a shop for three years because I don't have the money. There's simply no point in going," she told AFP, her voice resolute but eyes glistening.

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

Her eyes meet mine, resolute, and full of something I’ve never seen there before, something wild.

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott