determinedly
/di'tə:mindli/
Definition
- Adverb:
- With firmness of purpose; in a resolute and unwavering manner: "determinedly" describes the quality of acting with strong resolve and persistence, not giving up easily.
- In a way that shows a firm decision or fixed intention: It indicates a manner characterized by a settled and unchangeable purpose.
Usage
The adverb "determinedly" is used to modify a verb, describing how an action is performed. It emphasizes persistence, resolve, and a refusal to be swayed. - It typically follows the verb it modifies or comes at the end of a clause. - It is a formal adverb often used in written and spoken English to highlight strong willpower.
Examples
- She determinedly continued her studies despite the financial difficulties.
- He stared determinedly at the horizon, refusing to admit defeat.
- The team worked determinedly to meet the impossible deadline.
- "I will finish this," she said determinedly.
Advanced Usage
- Used to emphasize a contrast with difficulty or opposition: Often appears in contexts where the subject faces challenges.
- Though injured, the athlete determinedly finished the race.
- Used to describe a fixed mental state or focus: Can describe a manner of thinking or believing that is unwavering.
- He determinedly held onto the belief that justice would prevail.
Variants and Related Words
- Determine (verb): To decide conclusively or authoritatively.
- The committee will determine the final rules.
- Determined (adjective): Having made a firm decision and being resolved not to change it.
- She had a determined look on her face.
- Determination (noun): The quality of being determined; firmness of purpose.
- His determination to succeed was admirable.
Synonyms
- Resolutely: In an admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering manner.
- Doggedly: With tenacity and grim persistence.
- Tenaciously: In a manner that holds fast; persistently.
- Unwaveringly: In a steady and resolute manner; without faltering.
Antonyms
- Hesitantly: In a tentative or unsure manner.
- Indifferently: Without interest or concern; apathetically.
- Halfheartedly: Without enthusiasm or energy.
Related Phrases and Idioms
- With grim determination: A phrase describing a very serious and resolute manner, similar to "determinedly."
- She pursued the truth with grim determination.
- Set one's mind to (something): To decide to do something and put all one's effort into it. This idiom describes the state that leads to acting "determinedly."
- If you set your mind to it, you can achieve anything.
Adverb
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with ambition; in an ambitious and energetic manner
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she pursued her goals ambitiously
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with determination; in a determined manner
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he clung to the past determinedly
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