resolute Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective firm in purpose or belief; characterized by firmness and determination
    • stood resolute against the enemy
    • faced with a resolute opposition
    • a resolute and unshakeable faith
  2. adjective satellite characterized by quickness and firmness
    unhesitating.
    • his reply was unhesitating

WordNet

Res"o*lute adjective
Etymology
Cf. F. résolu. The L. resolutus (p. p. of resolvere) means, relaxed, enervated, effeminate. See Resolve, v. t. & v. i.
Definitions
  1. Having a decided purpose; determined; resolved; fixed in a determination; hence, bold; firm; steady.
    Edward is at hand, Ready to fight; therefore be resolute. Shak.
  2. Convinced; satisfied; sure. Obs.
  3. Resolving, or explaining; as, the Resolute Doctor Durand. Obs. Syn. -- Determined; decided; fixed; steadfast; steady; constant; persevering; firm; bold; unshaken.
Res"o*lute noun
Definitions
  1. One who resolute; hence, a desperado. Obs. Shak.
  2. Redelivery; repayment. Obs. "Yearly resolutes, deductions, and payments." Bp. Burnet.

Webster 1913