ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Resolution

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˌɹɛzəˈluːʃ(ə)n/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Resolution is a noun meaning A firm decision or an official decision.

Meaning

A firm decision or an official decision.

More Meanings

  1. A strong will; the state of being resolute.
  2. A statement of intent, a vow.
  3. The act of discerning detail.
  4. (computing) The number of pixels in an image being stored or displayed.
  5. (computing) The process of determining the meaning of a symbol or address; the process of executing a link to it.
  6. (mathematics) The act or process of resolving: solving.
  7. (computing, photography) The degree of fineness with which an image can be recorded or produced, often expressed as the number of pixels per unit of length (typically an inch).

Example Sentences

name resolution
link resolution
This monitor's maximum resolution is 1600 × 1200.
By February, most New Year’s resolutions are forgotten.

Word Forms

Synonyms for resolution

Depending on context, synonyms include disposition, disposal, determination, ruling, steadfastness, obstinacy.

Antonyms for resolution

Common opposites include irresolution, irresoluteness.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include resoluteness, resolving, resolve, firmness, answer, result.

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