resolutely
gb/ɹˈɛzəlˌutli/ us/ɹˈɛzəlˌutli/
B2
English
~ 7600
határozottan, elszántan, rendíthetetlenül
B2
1
Usage pattern:
to do [something] resolutely
She resolutely refused to back down, even under intense pressure.
Határozottan visszautasította, hogy meghátráljon, még erős nyomás alatt is.
The government has resolutely opposed any change to the existing law.
A kormány határozottan ellenezte a meglévő törvény bármilyen módosítását.
He stared resolutely ahead, ignoring the cameras and shouted questions.
Despite the setbacks, they resolutely continued with the project.
The team resolutely defended their goal for the final ten minutes.
Learner examples
She resolutely said no to the plan.
Határozottan nemet mondott a tervre.
He walked resolutely into the office to ask for a raise.
Elszántan besétált az irodába, hogy fizetésemelést kérjen.
The town resolutely fought against the new road.
They resolutely kept working, even when they were tired.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse "resolutely" with "absolutely" and use it to mean "completely" (e.g., *"I resolutely agree"*). "Resolutely" describes the determined way an action is done, not the degree. It is usually placed before or after a verb ("resolutely refused", "refused resolutely"), not before adjectives like *"resolutely happy"*.
Meaning
in a firm, determined way
Collocations
resolutely opposed (to)
|resolutely refuse
|resolutely ignore
|resolutely defend
|resolutely pursue
|resolutely silent
Synonyms
firmly (More general and common; can describe physical or emotional firmness, not only determination.)
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determinedly (Very close in meaning; slightly more formal and less frequent than "firmly.")
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steadfastly (Adds a nuance of loyalty and long-term commitment, often in moral or emotional contexts.)
Antonyms
hesitantly (Shows uncertainty or lack of confidence, the opposite of acting with clear, firm determination.)
Themes
emotions
|character
|work
|core_vocabulary
|communication
Definition
In a very strong and sure way, not wanting to change or stop.
In a firm and determined way that shows you will not change your mind or give up.
Grammar
Dictionary form
resolutely
IPA
GB/ɹˈɛzəlˌutli/
US/ɹˈɛzəlˌutli/
Syllables & stress
res - ol - utely (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (res)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: resolutely
- Plural: resolutelies
Word family
Forms
resolutelies
noun
Core family
Negative and opposite forms
irresolute
adjective
irresolutely
adverb
Advanced or less common
irresolution
noun
Expressions
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