English noun: resoluteness | |||
1. | resoluteness (attribute) the trait of being resolute | ||
Samples | His resoluteness carried him through the battle. It was his unshakeable resolution to finish the work. | ||
Synonyms | firmness, firmness of purpose, resolution, resolve | ||
Broader (hypernym) | trait | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | adamance, bullheadedness, decision, decisiveness, determination, obduracy, obstinacy, obstinance, pigheadedness, possession, purpose, self-command, self-control, self-possession, self-will, self-will, single-mindedness, steadfastness, steadiness, stiffness, stubbornness, sturdiness, unyieldingness, will power, willpower | ||
Antonyms | irresoluteness, irresolution | ||