B1 — Intermediateadjective
determinato
determined, resolute
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
risolutodecisotenacefermoperseverante
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
indecisoesitantetitubanteincertorinunciatario
Usage note
'Determinato' and 'deciso' are the most common. 'Risoluto' is slightly more formal. 'Tenace' emphasises tenacity over time. 'Fermo' stresses steadfastness. 'Perseverante' focuses on continuing despite obstacles.
Example
"È una donna determinata: una volta che decide qualcosa, va fino in fondo."
"She is a determined woman: once she decides something, she sees it through."
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