SINGLE-MINDED Synonyms: 80 Similar and Opposite Words

single-minded

adjective

ˌsiŋ-gəl-ˈmīn-dəd

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 Connor Movalli, in contrast, was far more single-minded. —

Tori Latham, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2026 Yet his single-minded zeal is inseparable from his intolerance. —

Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026 In the kitchen, Ono is soft-spoken and single-minded. —

Stephanie Bai, The Atlantic, 12 Apr. 2026 This is the type of aggression and single-minded focus May sought entering his second season at Michigan, and in the aftermath of a 78-65 loss to Auburn in the round of 16 a year ago. —

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Adjective

Forced to confront this web of lies, Kanan faced an existential crisis of self-discovery and emerged stronger and more resolute than ever.

— Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 19 May 2026
And Chinese media highlighted Beijing’s resolute stance on American priorities — from trade to the Iran war — as evidence of Chinese confidence and American decline.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2026