resolve

Meanings

• Verb

  To find a solution to a problem or difficulty

  - "After much deliberation, the council was able to resolve the issue between the two warring factions."
  - "With determination and hard work, the students were able to resolve their differences and work together on the project."

• Verb

  To make a firm decision

  - "After considering all the options, the CEO finally resolved to make an offer to acquire the rival company."
  - "My grandmother always resolved to never give up on her dreams, no matter how difficult they seemed."

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Pronunciation

1. /ɹɪˈzɑlv/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

fortitude , inner strength , resoluteness , sticktoitiveness , tenacity

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with resolve
dovetail , avail , ail , mail , whale

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Variants

List of all variants of resolve that leads to same result
resolvable , resolve , resolved , resolver , resolvers , resolves , resolving , resolve differences , resolve/settle differences , settle differences

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Forms

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resolvable, resolvers, resolvably, resolvership

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Etymology

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From the Old French word 'resolver', meaning 'to loosen, untie, unravel, or solve'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'resolver' is also used in computer networking to refer to a software component that translates domain names to IP addresses.

2. The word 'resolve' comes from the Latin word 'resolvere', which means 'to loosen or untie'.

3. The concept of 'resolution' is often used in the context of making a firm decision or setting a goal. For example, a person might make a New Year's resolution to quit smoking or lose weight.

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Related Concepts

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1. problem-solving: The process of finding a solution to a problem or difficulty.

2. determination: The quality of being determined to do something, despite obstacles or difficulties.

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Culture

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The concept of resolve is often associated with perseverance, determination, and problem-solving. It is a common theme in literature, particularly in stories of overcoming adversity or achieving success against all odds.

How to Memorize "resolve"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a knot that is tightly bound and needs to be untied to represent the problem that needs to be resolved.
   - Imagine a puzzle that needs to be solved, with each piece representing a part of the problem or a possible solution.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'resolve' with the word 'solve' to help remember its meaning.
   - Think of the word 'resolve' as being similar to the word 'determination' to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Resolving problems means finding solutions' to help remember the meaning of the word.
   - Use the acronym 'R-E-S-O-L-V-E' to help remember the steps involved in problem-solving: Recognize the problem, Explore possible solutions, Select the best solution, Implement the solution, and Verify the solution.

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