resolved
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- resolvedly adverb
- resolvedness noun
- unresolved adjective
- well-resolved adjective
Etymology
Origin of resolved
Explanation
If you're resolved, you're strongly determined. If you've made a resolved decision, it won't be easy to change your mind. You can also use this adjective to mean "answered," like a resolved equation in math class or a resolved dilemma that's finally been settled. More often, you'll use it to mean "with resolve," or "with purpose." You'll be more intimidated by a debate opponent who has a resolved expression on her face than one who looks uncertain. Resolved comes from the verb resolve, which means "determine," but originally meant "melt or dissolve."
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Example Sentences
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A long-standing puzzle involving dozens of unusually small dinosaur fossils has finally been resolved.
From Science Daily • Apr. 21, 2026
"A good councillor needs to be in reach when we have problems," he adds, citing illegal parking as a major local issue that is rarely resolved.
From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026
In his latest speech, Waller again counseled caution until the outcome of the conflict with Iran is resolved.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
And even if the Fed issue is resolved, Warsh won’t be able to deliver rate cuts on his own.
From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026
By the end of the year, the only issue they had resolved was the shape of the conference table where they would all sit for the talks.
From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge
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