as in determined
fully committed to achieving a goal
only the most resolved of explorers had any chance of finding the source of the Nile
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as in figured
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
I resolved to eat more healthily and to exercise regularly
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as in solved
to find an answer for through reasoning
resolve the apparent contradictions in the collected data
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as in divided
to set or force apart
a prism will resolve a beam of light into an array of colors
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resolved
Adjective
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Just about anyone would struggle to contain Mohamed Salah and his strike-partners while in a determined mood.—
Sam Tighe,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025 -
An upbeat and determined person by nature, Ms. Donlon bristled at her sister’s disheartened words.—
Christopher Maag,
New York Times,
14 Feb. 2025
Verb
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People only become dependent if every problem is solved for them.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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This under-desk walking pad solved my problem.—
Cecily McAndrews,
Health,
5 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Lawler’s Suzy is a poignant mass of fierce intellect and crushing vulnerability, of resolute determination and emotional chaos.—
Chad Jones,
The Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2025
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Somalia remains resolute in working with its allies to eliminate international terrorism and ensure regional stability.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
1 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The starters essentially got a half-day, with the game all but decided midway through the second quarter.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
24 Dec. 2024
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Prosecutors in the case have decided not to appeal the decision, marking the official end of the lengthy criminal case.—
Charmaine Patterson,
People.com,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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With a 6-9 record, San Francisco's NFC title defense has all but unraveled.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Then, when Rodgers tore his Achilles in Week 1 last year, the offense unraveled.—
Zack Rosenblatt,
The Athletic,
22 Dec. 2024
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Data held in qubits is affected by data held in other qubits, even when physically separated.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Once the ladies are separated, Jackie pulls Heavenly aside to scold her for her behavior.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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But Trump does not seem intent on slowing down, with his barrage of executive actions piling up through his first three weeks in office.—
Avery Lotz,
Axios,
11 Feb. 2025
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As well as sales agents, Meissner is intent on making EFM a hub for other folks in the film industry.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
9 Feb. 2025
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The post quickly gained traction, with Reddit users split over the couple's division of responsibilities.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
9 Feb. 2025
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The feature take on Broadway musical Wicked, which is split up into two theatrical releases, had a first cut that was close to four hours long.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Resolved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resolved. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.
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