Res"o*lute (r?z"?-l?t), a. [Cf. F. r'esolu. The L. resolutus (p. p. of resolvere) means, relaxed, enervated, effeminate. See Resolve, v. t. & i.]
1.
Having a decided purpose; determined; resolved; fixed in a determination; hence, bold; firm; steady.
Edward is at hand,
Ready to fight; therefore be resolute.
Shak.
2.
Convinced; satisfied; sure.
[Obs.]
3.
Resolving, or explaining; as, the Resolute Doctor Durand.
[Obs.]
Syn. -- Determined; decided; fixed; steadfast; steady; constant; persevering; firm; bold; unshaken.
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Res"o*lute (r?z"?-l?t), n.
1.
One who resolute; hence, a desperado.
[Obs.]
Shak.
2.
Redelivery; repayment.
[Obs.] "Yearly
resolutes, deductions, and payments."
Bp. Burnet.
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