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re·solve
 resolve
- pronunciation:
- rih
zalv
- parts of speech:
- transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
resolved, resolves, resolving |
| definition 1: |
to reach a firm or final decision about.
She resolved to quit her job and switch careers.- synonyms:
- decide, determine
- similar words:
- conclude, dedicate, purpose, settle, vow
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| definition 2: |
to clear up or deal with successfully.
Let's try to resolve this problem here and now.- synonyms:
- conclude, decide, settle
- antonyms:
- complicate
- similar words:
- clarify, deal with, elucidate, overcome, patch, solve, sort, square
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| definition 3: |
to decide by formal vote.
The committee resolved to amend the club's constitution.- synonyms:
- vote on
- similar words:
- adjudge, decide, deliberate, determine, settle
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| definition 4: |
to break down into constituent parts; separate.
- synonyms:
- break down, separate
- antonyms:
- blend
- similar words:
- analyze
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| related words: |
accord, adjust, fix, nail down, propose, puzzle out, seal, will |
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| definition 1: |
to reach a conclusion or make a firm decision.
The panel has not yet resolved on the issue.- synonyms:
- decide, determine
- similar words:
- intend, plan, purpose, settle, will
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| definition 2: |
to become reduced into constituent parts.
- synonyms:
- separate
- similar words:
- disintegrate
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| definition 3: |
of music, to pass from dissonant to consonant harmony.
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| related words: |
choose, clarify, intend |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
firmness or clearness of purpose; determination.
- synonyms:
- determination, firmness, resolution
- similar words:
- decision, intention, purpose, strength, will
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| related words: |
backbone, mettle, pluck |
| derivation: |
resolver (n.) |
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