resolute
Meaning: Admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering in one's course of action or beliefs.
Resolute implies firm determination and clarity of purpose that is not shaken by opposition or difficulty. It suggests a conscious, reasoned commitment rather than mere stubbornness. It is frequently used in political and leadership contexts. Its opposite, 'irresolute,' implies indecisiveness. It collocates with 'determination,' 'opposition,' 'stance,' 'leader,' and 'refusal.'
Examples
- The prime minister remained resolute in her refusal to renegotiate the terms of the agreement. 首相在拒绝重新谈判协议条款方面态度坚定不移。La primera ministra se mantuvo resoluta en su negativa a renegociar los términos del acuerdo.首相は協定条件の再交渉を断固として拒否しました。총리는 협정 조건의 재협상을 단호히 거부했습니다.
- Despite fierce criticism, the board was resolute in its decision to proceed with the merger. 尽管遭到猛烈批评,董事会在推进合并的决定上毫不动摇。Pese a las fuertes críticas, el consejo se mostró resoluto en su decisión de seguir adelante con la fusión.激しい批判にもかかわらず、取締役会は合併を進める決定において毅然とした態度を崩しませんでした。거센 비판에도 불구하고, 이사회는 합병을 추진하겠다는 결정에 있어 단호한 태도를 유지했습니다.
- Her resolute determination to succeed inspired everyone around her. 她坚定不移的成功决心激励了身边的每一个人。Su resoluta determinación de triunfar inspiró a todos los que la rodeaban.彼女の揺るぎない成功への決意は、周囲のすべての人を鼓舞しました。성공하겠다는 그녀의 확고한 결의는 주변의 모든 사람에게 영감을 주었습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: academic, media, professional
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin resolutus (loosened, relaxed), past participle of resolvere (to loosen, to resolve). Paradoxically, the English word shifted from 'loosened' to 'firmly decided,' perhaps through the idea of having resolved all doubt.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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