resolved
|re/solved|
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/rɪˈzɑːlvd/
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/rɪˈzɒlvd/
(resolve)
determined solution
Etymology
'resolved' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'resolvere,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'solvere' meant 'to loosen or release.'
'resolvere' transformed into the Old French word 'resolver,' and eventually became the modern English word 'resolve' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to loosen or release again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to find a solution or determination.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense and past participle of resolve, meaning to find a solution to a problem or difficulty.
The issue was resolved after the meeting.
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Adjective 1
firmly determined to do something.
She was resolved to finish her degree.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35