resolute
firmly decided
Roots
- re-: back, again, or backward motion
- solv / solut: loosen, solve, settle, or release
Other words with the solv / solut root
- dissolution: breaking apart or dissolving
- irresolute: unable to decide
- resolution: a firm decision or settled statement
- resolve: to settle or decide firmly
- solve: to work out an answer
Resolute means settled in decision: the inner knot has been worked through.
She sounded resolute after weeks of hesitation.
Resolve makes resolute easier. A resolute person is not still wavering; the decision has settled into firmness.