Word
resolutely
Phoneticsres·o·lute·ly, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈɹɛsəˌɫutɫi/
UK/ɹˈɛzəlˌuːtli/
Adverb of manner
Definition
adv. in a way that shows you are determined to do something and will not change your mind. You use this when someone is very firm about their choice.
adv. in a determined and firm manner, showing a refusal to change one's mind or course of action. Often modifies verbs related to decision-making or physical movement.
Examples
“She resolutely refused to change her mind about the plan.”
“The team resolutely defended their position during the long meeting, ignoring the pressure from the board members.”
“Despite the mounting evidence against the theory, the lead researcher resolutely maintained that the data had been misinterpreted by the rival lab.”
Examples
simple
“She resolutely refused to change her mind about the plan.”
contextual
“The team resolutely defended their position during the long meeting, ignoring the pressure from the board members.”
complex
“Despite the mounting evidence against the theory, the lead researcher resolutely maintained that the data had been misinterpreted by the rival lab.”
Real-World Examples
“For a band with a resolutely traditional musical approach, they’re also not above throwing the listener a curveball.” “We stand firm on our interests, I believe both wisely and resolutely.”
“It doesn’t matter who gets the credit for making the deal; all we ask is that the sea be safe again.” Etymology
From resolute + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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