resolved
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
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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It basically tells us we can’t do anything until we have this resolved.
From Slate ● Jul. 12, 2026
They will continue having regular check-ins with ICE until his case is resolved.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026
Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward has said despite needing to use a wheelchair he is not "ill or giving up" and resolved to "keep rocking until I'm dead".
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026
In short, he said, “a massive number of obstacles can’t be resolved quickly.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026
A cold draft buffeted against my chest, and the shadows resolved into the silhouettes of many wings.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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