unresolved

adjective

un·​re·​solved ˌən-ri-ˈzälvd 

-ˈzȯlvd

also -ˈzävd

or -ˈzȯvd

: not settled, solved, or brought to resolution : not resolved

an unresolved issue

a question that was left unresolved

Synonyms of unresolved

• pending
• unsettled
• undetermined

Examples of unresolved in a Sentence

we have to deal with several unresolved issues

Recent Examples on the Web

Pak thinks that certain Everests — such as a major problem in number theory about whether sums like π + e can be written as fractions — will remain unresolved for centuries. —Konstantin Kakaes, Quanta Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026

Klasing noted that unfiled returns, inconsistent reporting or unresolved tax debt could put a spotlight on people and serve as cause for federal agencies to look into their tax records. —Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026

Fezco's fate had been left unresolved at the end of season 2, and season 3 will have to find a way to address his absence. —Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026

Both are embroiled in unresolved ethics scandals, and frustration has been growing on both sides of the aisle. —Fin Daniel Gómez, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1565, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unresolved

• absolved
• devolved
• dissolved
• evolved
• involved
• resolved
• revolved
• unsolved
• redissolved
• undissolved
• uninvolved
• solved

Medical Definition

unresolved

adjective

un·​re·​solved -ri-ˈzälvd, -ˈzȯlvd 

: not resolved : not having undergone resolution

unresolved pneumonia