resolute
gb/ɹˈɛzəlˌut/ us/ɹˈɛzəlˌut/
B2
English
~ 6100
Senses
0 senses
adjective
B2
property
1
very determined and unwavering
Very sure about what you want to do and not willing to change, even when it is hard.
Usage pattern:
[someone] is resolute (in [doing something] / in [their belief])
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse "resolute" with "absolute" or "resolved". "Resolute" describes a person or their attitude (e.g., "She is resolute"), while "resolved" is often used after a form of "be" with an infinitive (e.g., "He is resolved to leave") and can sound more formal or old-fashioned. Another common error is using "resolute to do"; more natural patterns are "resolute in doing" or "resolute in [their] decision" rather than "resolute to do" in modern English.
Synonyms
determined (Very close in meaning; slightly more common and general in everyday speech.)
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steadfast (Adds a sense of loyalty and long-term faithfulness, often in relationships or beliefs.)
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firm (Emphasizes not changing one's decision; more general and can also describe physical things.)
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unyielding (Stronger and sometimes negative; suggests not giving in at all, even when it might be wise.)
Antonyms
hesitant (Suggests uncertainty and pause instead of firm decision.)
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indecisive (Describes someone who finds it hard to make or stick to decisions.)
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weak-willed (Suggests a lack of mental strength or inner drive; stronger negative judgment than simply not resolute.)
Collocations
resolute determination
|resolute opposition
|remain resolute
|stand resolute
|resolute leadership
|resolute in the face of [something]
Themes
emotions
|personality
|work
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- Despite the pressure from investors, she remained resolute in her decision to protect workers' rights.
- The government took resolute action to control the spreading virus.
- He faced the criticism with a resolute expression and refused to back down.
- Their resolute opposition slowed the passage of the new law.
- In the face of repeated failures, the team stayed resolute and finally succeeded.
Learner examples
- She is resolute and will not change her plan.
- The coach was resolute, even when the team lost many games.
- He stayed resolute in his choice to study abroad.
- They showed resolute courage during the long crisis.
- My father is resolute about saving money for the future.
Grammar
Dictionary form
resolute
IPA
GB/ɹˈɛzəlˌut/
US/ɹˈɛzəlˌut/
Syllables & stress
res - ol - ute (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (res)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: resolute
Word family
Core family
Related words
resoluteness
noun
Negative and opposite forms
irresolute
adjective
irresolution
noun
Expressions
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