Resoluteness: meaning, definitions and examples

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resoluteness

 

[ ˈrɛzəl(j)uːtnəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in decision-making

The quality of being determined or firm in purpose. Resoluteness is the ability to make decisions quickly and confidently, without hesitation or doubt. It is the state of being unwavering and resolute in one's actions and beliefs.

Synonyms

determination, firmness, resolve, steadfastness

Examples of usage

  • He showed great resoluteness in his decision to pursue his dream career.
  • Her resoluteness in the face of adversity inspired those around her to persevere.
  • The team's resoluteness to overcome challenges led them to achieve their goals.
Context #2 | Noun

in attitude

The quality of being unwavering and persistent in one's attitude or behavior. Resoluteness in attitude implies a strong and unyielding mindset, refusing to be swayed or influenced by external factors.

Synonyms

determination, perseverance, steadfastness, tenacity

Examples of usage

  • His resoluteness in pursuing his principles earned him the respect of his peers.
  • She faced criticism with resoluteness, standing by her beliefs with unwavering conviction.

Translations

Translations of the word "resoluteness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 resolução

🇮🇳 दृढ़ता

🇩🇪 Entschlossenheit

🇮🇩 ketegasan

🇺🇦 рішучість

🇵🇱 zdecydowanie

🇯🇵 決断力 (けつだんりょく)

🇫🇷 détermination

🇪🇸 determinación

🇹🇷 kararlılık

🇰🇷 결단력

🇸🇦 العزيمة

🇨🇿 rozhodnost

🇸🇰 rozhodnosť

🇨🇳 果断

🇸🇮 odločnost

🇮🇸 ákveðni

🇰🇿 шешімділік

🇬🇪 გადაწყვეტილება

🇦🇿 qərarlılıq

🇲🇽 determinación

Etymology

The word 'resoluteness' originated from the Latin word 'resolutus', which means 'loosened' or 'released'. Over time, the meaning evolved to represent a quality of being determined and firm. The concept of resoluteness has been praised throughout history in various philosophical and literary works, highlighting the importance of unwavering determination in achieving success and overcoming obstacles.

See also: irresolute, irresolvable, resolution, resolvability, resolve, resolver, resolving, unresolved.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,011, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.