Both Uses of
resolute
in
Of Human Bondage
- He saw the pain come into Lawson's eyes, he could not help it, he was sorry, but he had to think of himself; he could not bear the thought of discussing his situation, he could endure it only by determining resolutely not to think about it.†
Chpt 105-106 *resolutely = with firm purpose or belief
- Philip had never been able to surmount what he acknowledged was a defect in his resolute desire for a well ordered life, and that was his passion for living in the future; and no sooner was he settled in his work at the hospital than he had busied himself with arrangements for his travels.†
Chpt 121-122
Definition:
firm in purpose, belief, or action