noun

resolution

Translation

resolution, decision, determination, solution

I made a resolution to exercise more.

The UN passed a resolution on the conflict.

We are looking for a peaceful resolution.

The screen has a high resolution.

a resolution to do ((sth.)) a firm decision to do something She made a resolution to study harder.

a resolution to ((sth.)) a solution to a problem They found a resolution to the problem.

Synonyms: decision, determination, settlement

From Latin 'resolutio', from 'resolvere' (to loosen, solve). 're-' (again) + 'solvere' (to loosen).

Think of a 'New Year's resolution'. It's a firm decision to 'solve' a personal issue. This links the meanings of 'decision' and 'solution'.