Determined; firmly set in purpose or opinion (adjective)
Looking for the answer to the USA Today Rootonym clue “Determined; firmly set in purpose or opinion (adjective)”? The solution is RESOLUTE, a 8-letter word built on the root SOLUT (“loosen”). It appeared in the August 29, 2026 (Saturday) USA Today Rootonym. See the full puzzle for that day's other words.
Answer
RESOLUTE
**SOLUT*SOLUTmeans “loosen”
In a sentence
Tom's boss appreciates his RESOLUTE, diligent work ethic and financial expertise.
About this clue
The Rootonym clue “Determined; firmly set in purpose or opinion (adjective)” has the answer RESOLUTE (8 letters), built on the root SOLUT, which means “loosen”. Browse the full August 29, 2026 Rootonym puzzle for the other three words, or see all Rootonym answers.