die Entschlossenheit
Translation
determination, resolve, decisiveness
Examples
Sie zeigte große Entschlossenheit.
She showed great determination.
Seine Entschlossenheit führte zum Erfolg.
His resolve led to success.
Grammar Patterns
determination ((to do sth.)) determination to do sth. Her determination to succeed was admirable.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Entschiedenheit (decisiveness), Willenskraft (willpower); Antonyms: Unentschlossenheit (indecisiveness)
Etymology
From 'entschlossen' (determined) + '-heit' (a suffix forming abstract nouns, like '-ness'). It literally means 'determined-ness'.
Memory Tips
Think of having 'closed' (geschlossen) off all other options, leaving you 'determined' (entschlossen).