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- DictionaryRe·solve/rəˈzôlv/
verb
- 1. settle or find a solution to (a problem, dispute, or contentious matter): "the firm aims to resolve problems within 30 days"
- 2. decide firmly on a course of action: "she resolved to call Dana as soon as she got home"
noun
- 1. firm determination to do something: "she received information that strengthened her resolve"
The meaning of RESOLVE is to deal with successfully : clear up. How to use resolve in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Resolve.
RESOLVE definition: 1. to solve or end a problem or difficulty: 2. to make a decision formally or with determination…. Learn more.
To resolve is to settle or make a decision about something — often formal. A college's board of directors might resolve to recruit more minority students. As a noun, resolve refers to a strong determination to do something.
Definition of resolve verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
verb (mainly tr) 1. (takes a clause as object or an infinitive) to decide or determine firmly. 2. to express (an opinion) formally, esp (of a public meeting) one agreed by a vote.
1. a. To make a firm decision about: resolved that I would do better next time. See Synonyms at decide. b. To decide or express by formal vote: The legislature resolved that the official should be impeached. c. To cause (a person) to reach a decision: "He was resolved to enjoy the success he had earned" (F. Scott Fitzgerald). 2.
resolve. noun. /rɪˈzɒlv/. /rɪˈzɑːlv/. [uncountable] (formal) a determined desire to achieve something synonym resolution. The difficulties in her way merely strengthened her resolve. It was a test of his stamina and resolve. She did not weaken in her resolve.