English > firmness of purpose: 1 sense > noun 1, attribute| Meaning | The trait of being resolute. |
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| Synonyms | resoluteness, firmness, resolve, resolution |
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| Narrower | adamance, obduracy, unyieldingness | resoluteness by virtue of being unyielding and inflexible |
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| decisiveness, decision | The trait of resoluteness as evidenced by firmness of character or purpose |
| determination, purpose | The quality of being determined to do or achieve something |
| self-control, self-possession, possession, willpower, will power, self-command, self-will | The trait of resolutely / resolutely controlling your own behavior |
| single-mindedness | Characterized by one unified purpose |
| steadfastness | steadfast resolution |
| steadiness | freedom from wavering or indecision |
| stiffness | Firm resoluteness in purpose or opinion or action |
| stubbornness, bullheadedness, obstinacy, obstinance, pigheadedness, self-will | resolute adherence to your own ideas or desires |
| sturdiness | resoluteness evidenced by strength of character |
| Broader | trait | A distinguishing feature of your personal nature |
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| Opposite | irresoluteness, irresolution | The trait of being irresolute |
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| Spanish | determinación, firmeza, resolución |
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| Catalan | determinació, fermesa, resolució |
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