early 15c., "dissolved, of loose structure," also "morally lax," from Latin resolutus, past participle of resolvere "untie, unfasten, loose, loosen" (see resolution). Meaning "determined, decided, absolute, final" is from c. 1500, especially in resolute answer, a phrase "common in 16th c." [OED]. From 1530s of persons. The notion is of "breaking (something) into parts" as the way to arrive at the truth of it and thus make the final determination (compare resolution). Related: Resolutely; resoluteness.
双语例句
1. He described the situation as very dangerous and called for resolute action.
他将形势描述得非常危险，并号召采取果断行动。
来自柯林斯例句
2. Voters perceive him as a decisive and resolute international leader.
投票者认为他是一位坚定果断的国际领导人。
来自柯林斯例句
3. He became even more resolute in his opposition to the plan.
他更加坚决地反对这个计划。
来自《权威词典》
4. He was resolute in carrying out his plan.
他坚决地实行他的计划.
来自《简明英汉词典》
5. The Egyptians offered resolute resistance to the aggressors.
