resoluteness
the trait of being resolute
- his resoluteness carried him through the battle
- it was his unshakeable resolution to finish the work
• Syn:
firmness, firmness of purpose, resolve, resolution
• Ant:
irresoluteness
• Derivationally related forms:
firm (for: firmness), resolute
• Hypernyms:
trait
• Hyponyms:
self-control, self-possession, possession, willpower, will power,
self-command, self-will, steadiness, sturdiness, stiffness, stubbornness,
bullheadedness, obstinacy, obstinance, pigheadedness, single-mindedness, adamance,
adamance, unyieldingness, decisiveness, decision, determination,
purpose, steadfastness
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