Category:Resolute

Res"o*lute (rz"-lt), a. Etym: [cf. F. résolu. The l. resolutus (p. p. Of resolvere) means, relaxed, enervated, effeminate. See resolve, v. T. & i.]

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.