Dec 30, 2014 · resolve implies an expressed or clear decision or determination to do or refrain from doing something. Verb The brothers finally resolved their conflict. The issue of the book's authorship …

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Definition of resolve verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

c. To cause (a person) to reach a decision: "He was resolved to enjoy the success he had earned" (F. Scott Fitzgerald). 2. To change or convert: My resentment resolved itself into resignation. 3. To find a …

If you're resolved, you're strongly determined. If you've made a resolved decision, it won't be easy to change your mind.

RESOLVED definition: firm in purpose or intent; determined. See examples of resolved used in a sentence.

(usually reflexive) to change, alter, or appear to change or alter: the ghost resolved itself into a tree to make up the mind of; cause to decide: the tempest resolved him to stay at home