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hellbent Synonyms

Another word for hellbent

Choosing another word for hellbent depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Stubbornly, recklessly, or obsessively determined to achieve a particular goal regardless of the consequences (usually followed by 'on').

Usage Example

"The board of directors seemed dead set on pushing the merger through despite the warnings from financial analysts."

Strongest
dead set
intent
Strong
determined
single-minded
obsessed
fixated
resolute
obstinate

• adverb (Context 2)

At a recklessly fast speed; with wild, headlong momentum.

Usage Example

"The cyclists rode headlong down the steep mountain pass toward the finish line."

Strongest
headlong
full tilt
Strong
pell-mell
recklessly
breakneck
neck and crop

Opposites of hellbent

The opposite of hellbent shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

irresolute
half-hearted
cautiously
gingerly
indecisive
carefully
slowly
wavering
See all opposites of hellbent

• Nearby Words

hella
hellas
hellbender
hellbent
hellcat
helleborus
hellfire

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Hellbent. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/hellbent
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