resolve

Definition

  • verb: to find an answer or solution to (something)
  • verb: to change by disintegration
  • synonyms: dissolve, break up, analyze

Examples

  • The image eventually 'resolved into' the shape of a person's body.

  • The issue of the book's authorship was never 'resolved'.

  • I was 'resolved' [='determined'] to find out the truth.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Kobayashi Maru crew is under way. How the hell did that kid beat your test? I do not know. This session has been called to resolve a troubling matter. James T. Kirk, step forward. Cadet Kirk, evidence has been submitted to this council, suggesting that you violated the ethical code of conduct (..)
    2009 Star Trek