adjectiveother
entschlossen
determined
Wenn man sich ganz sicher ist, was man tun will, und nicht mehr zweifelt oder zögert.
The German word "entschlossen" is an adjective that means "determined" or "resolute". It comes from the verb "entscheiden" (to decide) and the suffix "-lossen", which indicates a past participle form, so it literally relates to having made a decision.
Similar words include:
- "entschieden" (decisive)
- "zielstrebig" (purposeful)
- "resolut" (resolute)
Difference:
- Entschlossen emphasizes a firm, committed decision or attitude.
- Entschieden highlights clarity and firmness in decision-making but can be more about decisiveness itself rather than the attitude.
- Zielstrebig focuses on being driven toward a goal.
- Resolut stresses boldness and firmness in action.
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Examples
Er ist entschlossen, das Problem zu lösen.adjective
He is determined to solve the problem.
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