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being resolute

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UK/ˌbiːɪŋ ˈrezəluːt/
US/ˌbiːɪŋ ˈrezəluːt/

Meanings

  1. phrasefixed phrase

    The quality or state of being firmly determined and not changing your decision.

    Grammar: Used as a noun phrase; it often follows verbs like 'means' or prepositions like 'about'.

    Patterns

    • being resolute about something
    • being resolute in something
    • the importance of being resolute

    Being resolute about her career goals helped her ignore the criticism.

    His being resolute in the negotiations impressed everyone.

    Being resolute means not giving up when things get difficult.

  2. phrasefixed phrase

    The act of showing firm determination in a particular situation.

    Grammar: Often used after 'despite' or 'because of' to explain a reason or contrast.

    Patterns

    • despite being resolute
    • because of being resolute

    Despite being resolute, she listened to other people's advice.

    He succeeded because of being resolute when others doubted him.

Common combinations

being resolute about
She was resolute about finishing the project on time.
being resolute in
They remained resolute in their support for the plan.
being resolute means
Being resolute means you don't change your mind easily.
despite being resolute
Despite being resolute, he agreed to a compromise.

Synonyms and how they differ

determination
A noun meaning the quality of continuing to try; it is more common and less formal than 'being resolute'.
firmness
Focuses on not changing your position; it can sound slightly more about attitude than action.
resolve
A noun meaning strong determination; it is often used in formal contexts and is shorter than 'being resolute'.

Opposites

being indecisivebeing hesitant

Word family

resolute adjective
Firmly determined; the adjective form of the phrase.
resolutely adverb
In a firm and determined way.
resolution noun
A firm decision or the quality of being determined.

Commonly confused: being resolute or being resolved?

being resolute vs being resolved

This means a problem has been solved or a decision has been made, not that someone is determined.

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