waning resolve

[/ˈweɪnɪŋ rɪˈzɑːlv/]
noun phrase
determinação em declínio
1. decreasing strength of purpose, commitment, or determination; weakening will or resolve
Despite initial enthusiasm, his waning resolve made it difficult to complete the project.
Apesar do entusiasmo inicial, sua determinação em declínio dificultou a conclusão do projeto.
2. fading commitment or conviction over time
The athlete's waning resolve after months of injury affected his performance.
A determinação em declínio do atleta após meses de lesão afetou seu desempenho.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'waning resolve' is commonly used in motivational, professional, and sports discussions to describe the psychological challenge of maintaining commitment over extended periods. It reflects a universal human experience and is particularly relevant in self-help literature and corporate environments where persistence is emphasized.
NYC Slang
losing your edge / losing steam
Synonyms / Sinônimos
flagging resolveweakening commitmentdwindling determinationdeclining willdiminishing resolve
Antonyms / Antônimos
strengthening resolvegrowing determinationunwavering commitmentiron willsteadfast resolve

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
determinação em declínio
most common translation used in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
vontade enfraquecendo
colloquial alternative emphasizing the weakening aspect
São Paulo
disposição decrescente
more formal business/professional usage
Portugal
determinação a diminuir
Portuguese variant with slightly different word order preference

Related Words

determinationcommitmentwillpowerperseveranceconvictionflaggingresolve

Related Idioms & Phrases

losing one's nerve
losing one's grip
running out of steam
fading resolve
wavering commitment
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