solution

Definition

  • noun: something that is used or done to deal with and end a problem
  • noun: an action or process of solving a problem
  • often + 'to'
  • synonyms: disruption, breach, explanation

Examples

  • a problem that has so far resisted 'solution' [=a problem that no one has been able to solve]

  • Medication may not be the best 'solution' for the patient's condition.

  • She suggested a number of creative 'solutions to' the housing crisis.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I didn't realise anyone was here, so... Yeah, I was just... I was working on my totem, actually. Here, let me take a look. So you're learning, huh? An elegant solution for keeping track of reality. - Was it your idea? - No, it was, uh... It was Mal's, actually. This... (..)
    2010 Inception