plural resolutions
1
a
: the act of finding an answer or solution to a conflict, problem, etc. : the act of resolving something
a court for the resolution of civil disputes
conflict resolution
b
: an answer or solution to something
We found a resolution to the dispute.
2
: the ability of a device to show an image clearly and with a lot of detail
computer screens with high resolutions
The monitor has excellent resolution.
a high-resolution copier/monitor/camera
3
: a promise to yourself that you will make a serious effort to do something that you should do
He made a resolution to lose weight. [=he resolved to lose weight]
Her New Year's resolution [=her promise to do something differently in the new year] is to exercise regularly.
4
: the quality of being very determined to do something : determination
They admired his courage and resolution. [=resolve]
5
: a formal statement that expresses the feelings, wishes, or decision of a group
The assembly passed a resolution calling for the university president to step down.
6
: the point in a story at which the main conflict is solved or ended
the resolution of the plot
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“Resolution.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/resolution. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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