resolutely
UK/'rezəlu:tlɪ/US
C2
Definitions
adv.
In a firmly determined, unwavering way
坚决地,毅然地
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedresoluteagain, back
+
-lyloosen, release, dissolve
=resolutely
resolute + -ly = in a resolute manner. Transparent adverb.
Common Collocations
- 1.resolutely oppose坚决反对
- 2.resolutely refuse断然拒绝
- 3.resolutely stand by坚定支持
Example Sentences
- 1.
She resolutely refused to give up on the project.