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.
RESOLUTE
Res"o*lute (rz"-lt), n.
1. One who [Obs.] Shak.
2. Redelivery; repayment. [Obs.] "Yearly resolutes, deductions, and payments." Bp. Burnet.
RESOLUTELY
Res"o*lute*ly, adv.
Defn: In a resolute manner; with fixed purpose; boldly; firmly; steadily; with perseverance. Some.. facts he examines, some he resolutely denies. Swift.
RESOLUTENESS
Res"o*lute*ness, n.