Hell-bent
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhɛlˌbɛnt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Hell-bent is an adjective meaning (originally US, informal) Recklessly determined to do or achieve (something). [with on ‘something’].
Meaning
(originally US, informal) Recklessly determined to do or achieve (something). [with on ‘something’].
More Meanings
- (originally US, informal) In a recklessly determined manner; determinedly, wholeheartedly.
Example Sentences
He was hell-bent on coming first, no matter what.
The PP has seized on the possibility of an amnesty to rally support and to portray the PSOE leader as craven, dependent on Catalan separatists and hellbent on remaining in office.
If somebody had asked me why I was so hell-bent on grabbing a piece of Penny Hardwick's chest, I wouldn't have known what to say. And if somebody were to ask Penny why she was so hell-bent on stopping me, I'll bet she'd be stumped for an answer too.
Word Forms
- hellbent
- hel-bent
- hel bent
Synonyms for hell-bent
Depending on context, synonyms include resolute.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include resolute, decided, bent, committed, hellbent, headlong.
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