Synonyms for

Resolved

Verb / ri:ˈzɑ:lvd / Another word for resolved — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to find a solution or answer to a problem or disagreement

Synonyms & similar words

singleminded conclude settle answer solve decide unsolved solved adjudicate resolve purpose breakup dissolve solve fix settle determine decide conclude disperse dissolve separate scatter disband disintegrate crack

Synonyms by register

Formal

determined decided settled concluded firm

Informal

sorted fixed cracked figured out

Literary

steadfast unwavering resolute

Antonyms

unresolved undecided uncertain ambiguous open pending vague

Common collocations

  • resolved to do
  • resolved the issue
  • resolved the dispute
  • resolved the conflict
  • resolved the problem
  • resolved the matter
  • resolved the uncertainty

Word family

noun resolution
verb resolve
adjective resolute

Usage note

As an adjective, 'resolved' often implies a firm decision or a problem that has been solved. Avoid using it interchangeably with 'dissolved' when referring to liquids.

Example sentences

  1. She resolved the conflict between her two friends.
  2. I resolved to be a better student this school year.
  3. The team resolved to win the game.
  4. He resolved the issue with his computer.
  5. The problem was finally resolved after hours of discussion.

Quotes

  • The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts: therefore, guard accordingly, and take care that you entertain no notions unsuitable to virtue and reasonable nature. - Marcus Aurelius
  • In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks. - John Muir
  • It is not what you do for your children, but what you have taught them to do for themselves, that will make them successful human beings. - Ann Landers

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