Bestimmtheit

determination, firmness, decisiveness

noun beh-SHTIMT-hite Rare

Usage Note

Bestimmtheit describes a firm, clear-cut manner of expressing oneself or acting, without wavering. Mit Bestimmtheit sagen (to say with certainty/firmness) is a typical phrase. It emphasises the confident tone rather than mere resolve.

Examples

"Sie antwortete mit einer Bestimmtheit, die keinen Widerspruch duldete."

Natural Translation

She answered with a firmness that brooked no contradiction.

Literal Translation

She answered with a firmness, that no contradiction tolerated.

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