resolve synonyms

resolve

v.

  1. To reach as a decision or intention

    determine, decide, settle, conclude, fix, purpose, propose, choose, fix upon, make up one's mind, take a firm stand, take one's stand, take a decisive step, make a point of, pass upon, decree, elect, remain firm, burn one's bridges*, take the bull by the horns*, put one's foot down*; see also decide.

  2. To find the solution to

    solve, clear up, work out; see solve. See syn. study at decide.

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