HELL-BENT (ON OR UPON) Synonyms: 80 Similar and Opposite Words

hell-bent (on or upon)

adjective

ˈhel-ˌbent

as in determined

fully committed to achieving a goal she's hell-bent on a career in show business and heaven help anyone who gets in her way

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Rounding out their trio is Hazel (Kennedi Reece), a sweet, naive young woman, completely sheltered by her conservative upbringing but determined to follow her Michelle Obama dreams.

— Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 24 Sep. 2026
Brooke poured her heart out in the wake of here father’s death, which was later determined to be caused by a heart attack.

— Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of determined

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Most concertgoers didn’t want to talk about the political backdrop of the show, and were only intent on making it inside.

— Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 20 Sep. 2026
With 11 days between games, McVay, his staff and the players are intent on avoiding a repeat performance.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of intent

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For someone who works in an industry that is constantly in flux, Zurich Film Festival Co-Owner and Festival Director Reta Guetg is resolute in her ambition for the young film event.

— Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2026
There are many reasons to love this story, not least because of its resolute universalism.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of resolute

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In 34 out of 37 countries polled by Gallup, more adults express positive feelings about AI than do negative ones.

— Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 23 Sep. 2026
For everyday life, the presence of AI voices is largely a positive development, offering convenience, accessibility and improved experiences.

— Will Jones, Sacbee.com, 22 Sep. 2026

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