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resolutely

resolutely

14 4.4
In a firm and determined way without changing your mind
  • adverb
  • /ˈrɛzəˌluːtli/
translation icon : con determinación
  • He resolutely stood his ground during the debate, stating his beliefs clearly.
  • resolutely opposed
  • fought resolutely
  • resolutely refuse

I'm I'm glad that my criticisms are resisted so resolutely and ferociously by some of those I criticize.

Examples

  • There is still time to avert disaster if we act resolutely and show both the Russians and the Americans that we will have no truck with their warmongering.

  • If one and all we keep resolutely faithful to it, then, with God's help, we shall... prevail.

  • I... I... I resolutely refused to take a cent of your money, sir.

  • You cannot fail if you resolutely determine that you will not.

  • "Money is not enough," she says resolutely, and shifts back into Park.

    Fiction book (1990)
  • "Yes," she answered, as resolutely as if she were denying any fear.

    Fiction book (1990)
  • The closer he has come to that system and to the people within it, the more resolutely he has affirmed his core belief.

  • One of Deng's main legacies was to steer the country resolutely toward capitalism.

    Academic text (2005)
  • Tucking the robe under his arm, he strode resolutely out into the wheelgrass.

    Fiction book (1998)
  • One serious obstacle remains the common misperception that Islam is inherently radical or resolutely incompatible with French republicanism.

    Academic text (2006)

Synonyms

firmly
vsresolutely
92 1.0

In a strong way that shows you will not change your decision

is similarly resolute but highlights purposeful firmness rather than general strength
decisively
vsresolutely
29 3.7

In a firm way that ends doubt and settles the matter

shows firm purpose too but focuses more on lasting intent than final result
tirelessly
vsresolutely
27 3.5

In a way that shows steady energy and does not slow down

is about firm intent rather than sustained physical or mental endurance
adamantly
vsresolutely
22 6.4

In a firm way that shows you refuse to change your mind

is also firm but more about chosen purpose than stubborn refusal
steadfastly
vsresolutely
15 5.8

Firmly and without changing their mind

is similarly determined but highlights strong purposeful action rather than mere steadiness
persistently
vsresolutely
14 3.8

In a determined way that keeps going despite problems

is resolute too but emphasizes a single firm purpose rather than ongoing effort
staunchly
vsresolutely
11 5.9

In a firm and loyal way showing strong support

is about firm purpose generally rather than loyalty or support
doggedly
vsresolutely
8 6.7

In a way that shows strong determination and keeps trying without giving up

is firm in purpose but less about stubbornness and more about clear resolve
tenaciously
vsresolutely
5 6.7

In a very determined way without giving up

is determined too but stresses single purposeful intent more than ongoing struggle
determinedly
vsresolutely
4 3.8

In a way that shows strong will to keep trying

is comparable but stresses unwavering purpose more than simple resolve
unrelentingly
vsresolutely
3 7.5

Continuing very strongly and not becoming less

is firm in purpose but does not necessarily imply constant intensity
unceasingly
vsresolutely
2 6.6

In a way that does not stop

is resolute but focuses on firm intent rather than uninterrupted continuity
unwaveringly
vsresolutely
2 7.0

Shows firm determination that does not change

is the same idea but focuses more on decisive intent than duration
stoutly
vsresolutely
2 5.2

In a firm and determined way

is similar but places more weight on purposeful intent than on tone
unswervingly
vsresolutely
1 7.4

In a steady way that does not change direction or purpose

is equally steady but stresses determined intent rather than direction
unshakably
vsresolutely
  • US
1 7.0

In a very firm way that does not change or get weaker

shares immovability but emphasises deliberate purposeful action rather than resistance alone
stalwartly
vsresolutely
1 7.4

In a strong, loyal, and determined way

is focused on determined purpose itself rather than loyalty to someone
indefatigably
vsresolutely
  • Formal
1 8.5

Without getting tired and not giving up

is determined too but stresses unyielding purpose rather than endless energy
unfalteringly
vsresolutely
7.5

Acts with steady determination and does not waver

is similar but stresses purpose and resolve over mere steadiness
unyieldingly
vsresolutely
7.4

In a way that does not bend or give up under strong pressure

is determined too but focuses on forward purpose rather than resistance
perseveringly
vsresolutely
6.8

In a steady, determined way without giving up when things are difficult

shares perseverance but focuses on firm purposeful decision rather than continual effort
pertinaciously
vsresolutely
  • Formal
9.1

In a determined and stubborn way that does not give up

is about firm purposeful action rather than stubborn long-term holding on
unflaggingly
vsresolutely
7.2

In a way that keeps working without getting tired

is resolute but highlights firm purposeful intent rather than tireless effort

Antonyms

30 5.1

In a way that shows hesitation or not being sure

14 3.2

In a slow, unsure way because of doubt

In a way that shows someone cannot decide clearly

How Determined

adamantly
22 6.4
resolutely
14 4.4
firmly
92 1.0
hesitantly
14 3.2
tentatively
30 5.1

Surface Forms

resolutely positive

Morphology

resolutely = resolute (transparent) = resolute + ly

The adverb is regularly formed from the adjective 'resolute' with the productive suffix '-ly' and retains the adjective's meaning.

Etymology

Resolutely comes from resolve and resolution, and the same root appears in the words solve and solution, all of which carry the idea of making a clear decision. So, to act resolutely is to act 'with firm purpose' or 'with determination'.