Resolutheit
resoluteness, decisive firmness
noun re-zo-LOOT-hyte Rare
Origin: from Latin 'resolutus'
Usage Note
Resolutheit describes the quality of acting with firm, unhesitating determination — knowing what one wants and pursuing it without wavering. Slightly formal; related to Entschlossenheit but with a more assertive edge.
Examples
"Mit großer Resolutheit setzte sie die unpopuläre Entscheidung durch."
Natural Translation
With great resoluteness she pushed through the unpopular decision.
Literal Translation
With great resoluteness set she the unpopular decision through.
Related Words
- Abgeklärtheit serenity, mature composure, detached calm
- Anmaßung presumption, arrogance, overstepping
- Aufgeschlossenheit open-mindedness, receptiveness
- Bedachtheit deliberateness, thoughtful care, circumspection
- Begeisterungsfähigkeit capacity for enthusiasm
- Beharrungsvermögen tenacity, perseverance
- Beharrungswille persistence, determination to persist
- Beherrschtheit self-control, composure
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