() - Firm, resolute, steadfast & also used in names to convey determination and

Tone 4

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Firm, resolute, steadfast;

also used in names to convey determination and strength of character.

Firm, resolute, steadfastalso used in names to convey determination and

Usage highlights

Firm resolveSteadfast characterDetermined heartResolute decisionFirm foundationStrong will

Synonyms

  • firm, hard, solid
  • fixed, settled, determined
  • solid, firm, strong

Antonyms

  • soft, gentle, yielding
  • weak, feeble
  • shake, sway, waver

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He has a firm resolve (訲志).
  • She is known for her steadfast character (訲性).
  • The decision was made with determination (訲心).

Collocations

  • Firm resolve(訲志)
  • Steadfast character(訲性)
  • Determined heart(訲心)
  • Resolute decision(訲断)
  • Firm foundation(訲基)
  • Strong will(訲意)

Idioms

  • Firm as a rock(坚如訲石)
  • Resolute and unwavering(訲志不移)
  • Determined and steadfast(訲心不改)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The character 訲 is relatively rare in modern usage but appears in classical texts and names.
  • It carries connotations of firmness, reliability, and moral strength.
  • In naming contexts, it suggests a person of strong character and determination.

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