- resolute
- resolute early 15c., "dissolved, of loose structure," from L. resolutus, pp. of resolvere (see RESOLUTION (Cf. resolution)). Meaning "determined, absolute" is from c.1500. Related: Resolutely.
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resolute — [rez′ə lo͞ot΄] adj. [L resolutus, pp. of resolvere: see RE & SOLVE] having or showing a fixed, firm purpose; determined; resolved; unwavering SYN. FAITHFUL resolutely adv. resoluteness n … English World dictionary
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