Resolute — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈre-zə-ˌlüt/ res·o·lute

Meaning & Definition of Resolute

Resolute (adjective)

  1. marked by firm determination, resolved
  2. bold, steady

Resolute (noun)

  1. a resolute person

Resolute (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. fully committed to achieving a goal

    "despite the risks involved, she was resolute in her decision to undergo the experimental operation"

    similar: bent (on or upon), bound, decisive, determined, do-or-die, firm, hell-bent (on or upon), intent, out, purposeful, resolved, set, single-minded, on one's mettle
    related: bitter, vehement, certain, cocksure, confident, positive, sure, earnest, serious, steady, unfaltering, unhesitating, unswerving, unwavering, adamant, adamantine, dogged, hard, hardened, hardheaded, headstrong, immovable, implacable, inflexible, mulish, obdurate, persistent, pertinacious, perverse, pigheaded, rigid, self-willed, stubborn, tenacious, unbending, uncompromising, unrelenting, unyielding, willful
    opposite: faltering, hesitant, indecisive, irresolute, undetermined, unresolved, vacillating, wavering, weak-kneed
    near: distrustful, doubtful, dubious, mistrustful, skeptical, suspicious, uncertain, unconvinced, undecided, unsettled, unsure, disinclined, indisposed, loath, reluctant

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Resolute

The most common words with a similar meaning to Resolute:

bent (on or upon), bound, decisive, determined, do-or-die, firm, hell-bent (on or upon), intent, out, purposeful, resolved, set, single-minded, on one's mettle

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Resolute

Words with the opposite meaning of Resolute:

faltering, hesitant, indecisive, irresolute, undetermined, unresolved, vacillating, wavering, weak-kneed

Related Words for Resolute

bitter, vehement, certain, cocksure, confident, positive, sure, earnest, serious, steady, unfaltering, unhesitating, unswerving, unwavering, adamant, adamantine, dogged, hard, hardened, hardheaded, headstrong, immovable, implacable, inflexible, mulish, obdurate, persistent, pertinacious, perverse, pigheaded

Near Antonyms of Resolute

distrustful, doubtful, dubious, mistrustful, skeptical, suspicious, uncertain, unconvinced, undecided, unsettled, unsure, disinclined, indisposed, loath, reluctant

Word Forms of Resolute

Derived words: resolutely (adverb), resoluteness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Resolute

Latin resolutus, past participle of resolvere

First known use: 1522

Frequently Asked Questions about Resolute

What does "Resolute" mean?

"Resolute" means marked by firm determination, resolved. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: marked by firm determination, resolved.

What is another word for "Resolute"?

Other words for "Resolute" include bent (on or upon), bound, decisive, determined, do-or-die, firm, hell-bent (on or upon) and intent. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Resolute" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Resolute"?

There are 53 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Resolute". Common alternatives include bent (on or upon), bound, decisive, determined, do-or-die, firm, hell-bent (on or upon), intent, out and purposeful.

What is the opposite of "Resolute"?

Antonyms of "Resolute" include faltering, hesitant, indecisive, irresolute, undetermined, unresolved, vacillating and wavering. Near antonyms include distrustful, doubtful, dubious and mistrustful.

How do you use "Resolute" in a sentence?

Examples of "Resolute" in a sentence: "despite the risks involved, she was resolute in her decision to undergo the experimental operation".

Is "Resolute" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Resolute" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Resolute"?

"Resolute" is pronounced /ˈre-zə-ˌlüt/ and divided into syllables as res·o·lute.

What is the origin of the word "Resolute"?

"Resolute" comes from Latin resolutus, past participle of resolvere. First known use: 1522.