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English noun: resoluteness

1. resoluteness (attribute) the trait of being resolute


SamplesHis resoluteness carried him through the battle.
It was his unshakeable resolution to finish the work.


Synonymsfirmness, 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


Antonymsirresoluteness, irresolution









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