determined
/dɪˈtɜːmɪnd/adjective
Having made a firm decision to do something and not letting anything stop you.
Example sentences
- “She was determined to finish the marathon despite her sore knee.”
- “A determined student can learn a lot in one summer.”
- “The team made a determined effort to win back the fans.”
Often followed by 'to' plus a verb: 'determined to win'. Don't confuse it with the verb 'determine', which means to find out or decide something.