Word adjective
determined
adj.
US /dɪˈtɝmənd/ UK /dɪtˈɜːmɪnd/ de·ter·mined
Definition
- 01 B1 Intermediate
having a strong desire to do something and refusing to let anyone or anything stop you.
possessing or displaying a firm purpose; resolute and unwavering in the pursuit of a goal.
Simple“She was determined to finish the marathon even though her legs were hurting.”
In context“Despite numerous initial setbacks and a lack of external funding, the determined entrepreneur refused to abandon her vision for the startup.”
UsageOften followed by a 'to' infinitive or the preposition 'on'.
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Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Common
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