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resolved

American  
[ri-zolvd] / rɪˈzɒlvd /

adjective

  1. firm in purpose or intent; determined.


resolved British  
/ rɪˈzɒlvɪdlɪ, rɪˈzɒlvd /

adjective

  1. fixed in purpose or intention; determined

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Other Word Forms

  • resolvedly adverb
  • resolvedness noun
  • unresolved adjective
  • well-resolved adjective

Etymology

Origin of resolved

First recorded in 1490–1500; resolve + -ed 2

Example Sentences

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The agency did not provide any details about how workers resolved the alleged illegal dumping, or any other deficiencies.

From Los Angeles Times

The firm said it had resolved a problem which allowed "an external party" to get the social media platform to send out legitimate password reset requests to users.

From BBC

Despite concerns about the use of AI, Klapper argues that the public benefits when business disputes are resolved more quickly, divorces are completed and criminal trials concluded.

From The Wall Street Journal

Raymundo, who grew up in West L.A., resolved to learn about car mechanics: “I had no knowledge. I was bummed out. So I was like, ‘You know what?

From Los Angeles Times

The Houston oil giant is wary of committing new capital there until the country is more stable and questions around commercial agreements get resolved.

From The Wall Street Journal