resolutely
- adverb
- /ˈrɛzəˌluːtli/
- 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.
- I'm I'm glad that my criticisms are resisted so resolutely and ferociously by some of those I criticize.
Examples
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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.
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If one and all we keep resolutely faithful to it, then, with God's help, we shall... prevail.
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I... I... I resolutely refused to take a cent of your money, sir.
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You cannot fail if you resolutely determine that you will not.
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"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.
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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
In a strong way that shows you will not change your decision
In a firm way that ends doubt and settles the matter
In a way that shows steady energy and does not slow down
In a firm way that shows you refuse to change your mind
Firmly and without changing their mind
In a determined way that keeps going despite problems
In a firm and loyal way showing strong support
In a way that shows strong determination and keeps trying without giving up
In a very determined way without giving up
In a way that shows strong will to keep trying
Continuing very strongly and not becoming less
In a way that does not stop
Shows firm determination that does not change
In a firm and determined way
In a steady way that does not change direction or purpose
In a very firm way that does not change or get weaker
In a strong, loyal, and determined way
Without getting tired and not giving up
Acts with steady determination and does not waver
In a way that does not bend or give up under strong pressure
In a steady, determined way without giving up when things are difficult
In a determined and stubborn way that does not give up
In a way that keeps working without getting tired
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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'.