Resolve
/rɪˈzɒlv/
To resolve means to find a way to fix a problem or to make a firm decision about what to do next. For example, when you resolve an argument with a friend, you figure out how to make things better between you.
Examples
- After hours of discussion, the student council finally decided to resolve the issue of school lunches by proposing healthier options that everyone could enjoy, ensuring all voices were heard in the process.
- When the two friends had a disagreement about which video game to play, they took a moment to cool off before coming together to resolve their conflict by finding a game they both liked.
- The science project was challenging, but after brainstorming together, the team was able to resolve their differences and create a fantastic presentation that impressed their teacher and classmates.
Synonyms
solve
settle
decide
fix
determine
clarify
Antonyms
ignore
confuse
procrastinate
avoid
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