resolute

Founding-era definition · Webster's 1828 American Dictionary

RES'OLUTE, adjective [The Latin resolutus has a different signification. See Resolve.] Having a fixed purpose; determined; hence, bold; firm; steady; constant in pursuing a purpose. Edward is at hand, ready to fight; therefore be resolute
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