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Hellbent

Definition:

Adjective: Determined or resolved to an extreme degree; unyielding or unwilling to change.

Adverb: In a hellbent manner; with extreme determination or stubbornness.

Senses:

Sense 1: (Adjective) Firmly set on pursuing a particular course of action regardless of any obstacles or consequences.

Sample Sentence: She was hellbent on winning the marathon, training rigorously every day.

Sense 2: (Adverb) In an extremely determined or stubborn manner.

Sample Sentence: He drove hellbent through the storm to get to the hospital before it was too late.

Sense 3: (Adjective, Local Usage) Slang term that implies being extremely intoxicated or under the influence of drugs.

Sample Sentence: The party got wild, with everyone getting hellbent and dancing all night.