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entschieden — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • bent adjective Curved, folded, or twisted out of its original straight shape.
  • decided adj Firm and clear in one's opinion; resolute.
  • decidedly adv Very clearly; without doubt.
  • determinate adj Distinct, clearly defined.
  • determined adj Showing firm resolve; not easily discouraged.
  • draconian adj Extremely harsh or severe, especially regarding laws or punishment.
  • forcefully adv In a strong, powerful, or determined way.
  • peremptory adj Precluding debate or expostulation; not admitting of question or appeal.
  • positively adv In a hopeful or constructive way.
  • resolute adj Firmly determined and not easily swayed from a decision or course of action.

Senses

entschieden is used for these senses in English:

  • bent (with, on) Determined or insistent; inclined, set.
  • cut and dried Decided, not open to change.
  • determinate Distinct, clearly defined. [from 14th c.]
  • determined Decided; resolute, possessing much determination; dogged.
  • draconian Very severe, cruel, or harsh.
  • forcefully With either physical or coercive force; in a forceful manner; vigorously; powerfully.
  • peremptory (legal) Precluding debate or expostulation; not admitting of question or appeal
  • positively (modal) With certainty.

bent — full definition

  1. adjective Curved, folded, or twisted out of its original straight shape.
  2. adjective Corrupt or dishonest, especially describing an official.
  3. adjective Strongly determined to do something.
  4. noun A natural inclination, skill, or tendency.

decided — full definition

  1. adj Firm and clear in one's opinion; resolute.
  2. adj Clear and unmistakable; definite.

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