resolve
[ ri-zolv ]
/ rɪˈzɒlv /
verb (used with object), re·solved, re·solv·ing.
verb (used without object), re·solved, re·solv·ing.
noun
a resolution or determination made, as to follow some course of action.
firmness of purpose or intent; determination.
SYNONYMS FOR resolve
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Origin of resolve
synonym study for resolve
1. See decide.
OTHER WORDS FROM resolve
re·solv·er, nounpre·re·solve, verb, pre·re·solved, pre·re·solv·ing.un·re·solv·ing, adjectiveWords nearby resolve
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British Dictionary definitions for resolve
resolve
/ (rɪˈzɒlv) /
verb (mainly tr)
noun
something determined or decided; resolutionhe had made a resolve to work all day
firmness of purpose; determinationnothing can break his resolve
Derived forms of resolve
resolver, nounWord Origin for resolve
C14: from Latin resolvere to unfasten, reveal, from re- + solvere to loosen; see solve
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Medical definitions for resolve
resolve
[ rĭ-zŏlv′ ]
v.
To cause resolution of an abnormal condition.
To separate an optically inactive compound or mixture into its optically active constituents.
To render parts of an image visible and distinct.
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