resolve Synonyms

resolve Meaning

Wordnet

resolve (n)

the trait of being resolute

a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote

Wordnet

resolve (v)

bring to an end; settle conclusively

reach a conclusion after a discussion or deliberation

reach a decision

understand the meaning of

make clearly visible

find the solution

cause to go into a solution

Webster

resolve (v. i.)

To separate the component parts of; to reduce to the constituent elements; -- said of compound substances; hence, sometimes, to melt, or dissolve.

To reduce to simple or intelligible notions; -- said of complex ideas or obscure questions; to make clear or certain; to free from doubt; to disentangle; to unravel; to explain; hence, to clear up, or dispel, as doubt; as, to resolve a riddle.

To cause to perceive or understand; to acquaint; to inform; to convince; to assure; to make certain.

To determine or decide in purpose; to make ready in mind; to fix; to settle; as, he was resolved by an unexpected event.

To express, as an opinion or determination, by resolution and vote; to declare or decide by a formal vote; -- followed by a clause; as, the house resolved (or, it was resolved by the house) that no money should be apropriated (or, to appropriate no money).

To change or convert by resolution or formal vote; -- used only reflexively; as, the house resolved itself into a committee of the whole.

To solve, as a problem, by enumerating the several things to be done, in order to obtain what is required; to find the answer to, or the result of.

To dispere or scatter; to discuss, as an inflammation or a tumor.

To let the tones (as of a discord) follow their several tendencies, resulting in a concord.

To relax; to lay at ease.

To be separated into its component parts or distinct principles; to undergo resolution.

To melt; to dissolve; to become fluid.

To be settled in opinion; to be convinced.

To form a purpose; to make a decision; especially, to determine after reflection; as, to resolve on a better course of life.

Webster

resolve (n.)

The act of resolving or making clear; resolution; solution.

That which has been resolved on or determined; decisive conclusion; fixed purpose; determination; also, legal or official determination; a legislative declaration; a resolution.

resolve Sentence Examples

  1. With unwavering resolve, the climber ascended the sheer rock face.
  2. The scientist's resolve to find a cure for the deadly disease remained unyielding.
  3. Despite setbacks, the team maintained their resolve to complete the project on time.
  4. Her resolve to succeed in life was evident in her relentless pursuit of knowledge.
  5. The soldier's resolve to defend his homeland was unwavering.
  6. The couple's resolve to work through their challenges remained strong.
  7. With newfound resolve, she decided to confront the bully who had been tormenting her.
  8. The politician's resolve to fight for the rights of the marginalized was admirable.
  9. The engineer's resolve to find an innovative solution to the problem inspired his team.
  10. His resolve to overcome his addiction and live a fulfilling life was unwavering.

FAQs About the word resolve

the trait of being resolute, a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote, bring to an end; settle conclusively, reach a conclusion after a discussion

settle (on or upon), choose, find, determine, opt, figure,decide,conclude, prefer, adjudicate

turn down, reject,refuse, turn down, decline, refuse, reject, decline, delay, abstain

With unwavering resolve, the climber ascended the sheer rock face.

The scientist's resolve to find a cure for the deadly disease remained unyielding.

Despite setbacks, the team maintained their resolve to complete the project on time.

Her resolve to succeed in life was evident in her relentless pursuit of knowledge.