determined
/dɪˈtɜːmɪnd/ (bre, ipa) · /dɪˈtɜːrmɪnd/ (ame, ipa) · /di-ˈtər-mənd dē-/ (ame, mw)
determined — adjective
- determinedpositive
- more determinedcomparative
- most determinedsuperlative
1. having a strong wish to achieve something, and refusing to let anyone or anythin
having a strong wish to achieve something, and refusing to let anyone or anything get in the way
Hao was determined to finish the marathon even after twisting his ankle.
be + determined + to-infinitive for personal goals
The determined firefighters worked through the night to control the forest fire.
attributive use: determined noun
Camille gave her mother a determined look before stepping onto the stage.
Isabela remained determined to complete her degree despite working two jobs.
- resolute
more formal; emphasises firmness of purpose especially in difficult situations
- persistent
focuses on continuing an action over time rather than a single strong decision
- tenacious
suggests a very firm hold on a goal and unwillingness to let go
- single-minded
implies focusing on one goal to the exclusion of everything else
- indecisive
unable to make a clear decision or stick to one
- hesitant
showing uncertainty or slowness in acting
- weak-willed
easily persuaded or stopped from pursuing a goal
文法句型
be + determined + to-infinitive
remain + determined + to-infinitive
determined + noun (attributive)
用法筆記
The most common pattern is be + determined + to-infinitive. Determined can also be used directly before a noun (e.g. a determined effort, a determined look).