RESOLUTION

/ˌɹɛzəˈluːʃ(ə)n/ ► audio Scrabble 10 Words With Friends 13

Scrabble letter values: R1E1S1O1L1U1T1I1O1N1 = 10

Definition

  1. noun a formal expression by a meeting. — synonyms: declaration, resolve
  2. noun the ability of a microscope or telescope to measure the angular separation of images that are close together. — synonyms: resolving_power
  3. noun the trait of being resolute. — synonyms: resoluteness, firmness, firmness_of_purpose, resolve
  4. noun finding a solution to a problem. — synonyms: solving
  5. noun something settled or resolved. — synonyms: settlement, closure
  6. noun analysis into clear-cut components. — synonyms: resolving
  7. noun (computer science) the number of pixels per square inch on a computer-generated display.
  8. noun the subsidence of swelling or other signs of inflammation (especially in a lung).
  9. noun (music) a dissonant chord is followed by a consonant chord.
  10. noun a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem. — synonyms: solution, answer, result, solvent
  11. noun a decision to do something or to behave in a certain manner.

Examples

  • “agreed to by a vote”
  • “his resoluteness carried him through the battle”
  • “it was his unshakeable resolution to finish the work”

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