resolution
pronunciation
How to pronounce resolution in British English:
UK [ˌrezəˈluːʃn]
How to pronounce resolution in American English:
US [ˌrezəˈluːʃn]
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- Noun:
- a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote
- the ability of a microscope or telescope to measure the angular separation of images that are close together
- the trait of being resolute; firmness of purpose
- finding a solution to a problem
- something settled or resolved; the outcome of decision making
- analysis into clear-cut components
- (computer science) the number of pixels per square inch on a computer-generated display; the greater the resolution, the better the picture
- the subsidence of swelling or others signs of inflammation (especially in a lung)
- (music) a dissonant chord is followed by a consonant chord
- a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem
- a decision to do something or to behave in a certain manner
Word Origin
- resolution (n.)
- late 14c., "a breaking into parts," from Old French resolution (14c.) or directly from Latin resolutionem (nominative resolutio) "process of reducing things into simpler forms," from past participle stem of resolvere "loosen" (see resolve). Sense of "a solving" (as of mathematical problems) first recorded 1540s, as is that of "power of holding firmly" (compare resolute). Sense of "decision or expression of a meeting" is from c. 1600. Meaning "effect of an optical instrument" is from 1860. New Year's resolutions in reference to a specific intention to better oneself is at least from 1780s, and through 19c. generally of a pious nature.
Example
- 1. It could derail the entire crisis resolution process .
- 2. That produces a new set of maps of lower resolution .
- 3. That should be solved through resolution frameworks .
- 4. Your wish for resolution was a prayer .
- 5. The house resolution would slash support for international family planning and reproductive health care .