SINGLE-MINDED Synonyms: 80 Similar and Opposite Words

single-minded

adjective

ˌsiŋ-gəl-ˈmīn-dəd

Definition of single-minded

as in resolute

fully committed to achieving a goal every successful reform movement has been spearheaded by a single-minded activist who refused to accept defeat

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Recent Examples of single-minded In the overall sweep of history, the single-minded pursuit of short-term profits was an aberration. — Steve Denning, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026 The Destroyer accelerates with the single-minded wilfulness of a homicidal maniac. — New Atlas, 13 July 2026 Mallaby, a longtime financial journalist, is a nimble storyteller, and his portrait of one of the single-minded personalities plunging the world into an uncertain future is also an engaging drama of discovery. — The New Yorker, New Yorker, 29 June 2026 Jessica Chastain is aces as the CIA analyst devoting every waking moment to his capture, and director Kathryn Bigelow deftly depicts the cost of war and single-minded obsession. — Kevin P. Sullivan, Entertainment Weekly, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for single-minded

Recent Examples of Synonyms for single-minded

Adjective

Should Alvarez remain resolute about Barca, Arsenal must determine whether to persist with their current attacking group or pivot to alternative targets.

— Andy Naylor, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Still, co-founder and CEO Adam Taubenfligel remains resolute.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of resolute

Adjective

With his newfound resolve/death wish, Jacob is determined to keep his sister’s and nephew’s killers on that bridge until backup arrives.

— Chris Klimek, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2026
The National Hurricane Center has a set number of lists, which include one pre-determined name for every letter of the alphabet, that are used on a rotational basis, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).

— Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of determined

Adjective

His appointment is seen as a sign that the leadership is intent on preventing any new unrest as discontent over the economy spreads.

— Lee Keath, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026
During this time Turner became intent on pursuing an acting career and began frequently auditioning.

— L. Sue Baugh, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026