determinedly
determinedly — adjective
1. describes someone who has made a clear decision about what they want to do and w
describes someone who has made a clear decision about what they want to do and will not let anything stop them.
Hana was determined to finish the marathon even after twisting her ankle at the halfway point.
be determined + to-infinitive for personal resolve
The young teacher was determined that every child in her class would learn to read before the summer break.
be determined + that-clause for firm intention
Jamal remained determined throughout the long job search and finally found a position he loved.
- hesitant
showing uncertainty or reluctance
文法句型
be determined + to-infinitive
be determined + that-clause
用法筆記
This sense is usually used with the verb 'be' followed by a to-infinitive (be determined to do) or a that-clause (be determined that). Unlike 'decide', which simply states a choice, 'be determined' emphasises a strong emotional commitment to carrying out the decision despite obstacles.
常見錯誤
2. describes an action, effort, or quality that shows strong will and the refusal t
describes an action, effort, or quality that shows strong will and the refusal to give up, especially when a task is difficult or takes a long time.
The community made a determined effort to clean up the polluted river over three weekends.
collocation: determined effort
With a determined look on her face, Priya knocked on the manager's door one more time.
collocation: determined look
The rescue team's determined search through the rubble saved four families trapped after the earthquake.
- persistent
focuses on continuing despite repeated difficulties
- tenacious
suggests holding on tightly to a goal; slightly more formal
- resolute
formal; emphasises firmness of purpose
- half-hearted
done with little effort or enthusiasm
常見錯誤
determinedly — adverb
1. in a way that shows strong will and the refusal to give up, especially when doin
in a way that shows strong will and the refusal to give up, especially when doing something difficult, unpleasant, or tiring.
Despite losing his voice on the second day, the politician continued determinedly with his campaign speeches.
modifies verb: continue determinedly (despite obstacles)
Wei worked determinedly through the night to finish the building plans before the Monday deadline.
The old woman pushed the shopping cart determinedly up the steep hill, stopping twice to catch her breath.
- resolutely
more formal; emphasises unwavering commitment to a decision
- doggedly
suggests stubborn persistence over a long time, often with difficulty
- persistently
stresses continuing despite failure, opposition, or discouragement
- half-heartedly
without real effort or enthusiasm