single-minded
|sin-gle-mind-ed|
B2
/ˌsɪŋɡəlˈmaɪndɪd/
focused determination
Etymology
Etymology Information
'single-minded' originates from the combination of 'single' and 'mind,' where 'single' meant 'one' and 'mind' referred to 'thought or intention.'
Historical Evolution
'single-minded' evolved from the Old English word 'mynd,' which meant 'memory or thought,' combined with 'single,' which has remained largely unchanged.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having one thought or intention,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having or showing a single aim or purpose; determined.
She was single-minded in her pursuit of a career in medicine.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45