resolved — firmly determined to do something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: firmly determined to do something
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈzɑːlvd/
Example Sentences
- After three cups of coffee, I was finally resolved to tackle my tax returns.
- The mystery of who ate my lunch was resolved when I found crumbs on my colleague's desk.
- She remained resolved in her decision despite facing strong opposition.
resolved
ADJECTIVE[/rɪˈzɑːlvd/]
firmly determined to do something
She looked resolved as she signed the contract that would change her life.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'resolvere', meaning 'to loosen again' or 'to unfasten'. The word evolved from its literal sense of breaking apart or dissolving to the figurative meanings of 'to solve' or 'to determine by decision', reflecting the metaphorical extension of untangling or unraveling a problem.
Breakdown
re- (again, back) + solvere (to loosen, to dissolve, to solve). The prefix 're-' combines with the Latin root 'solvere' (meaning to untie or release) to form 'resolvere', expressing the concept of breaking something down or solving a problem through analytical separation.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“After three cups of coffee, I was finally resolved to tackle my tax returns.”
“The mystery of who ate my lunch was resolved when I found crumbs on my colleague's desk.”
“She remained resolved in her decision despite facing strong opposition.”
“The technical issues have been resolved and the system is now operational.”
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