Resolution: meaning, definitions and examples
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resolution
[ ˌrɛzəˈluːʃən ]
display settings
The number of pixels in each dimension that can be displayed on a screen or monitor.
Synonyms
clarity, definition, sharpness
Examples of usage
- The resolution of the new smartphone is remarkable.
- Please adjust the resolution for better image quality.
problem solving
The act of finding a solution to a problem or conflict.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- We need to come to a resolution on this issue.
- The team reached a resolution after hours of discussion.
Translations
Translations of the word "resolution" in other languages:
🇵🇹 resolução
🇮🇳 संकल्प
🇩🇪 Lösung
🇮🇩 resolusi
🇺🇦 резолюція
🇵🇱 rezolucja
🇯🇵 解像度 (かいぞうど)
🇫🇷 résolution
🇪🇸 resolución
🇹🇷 çözünürlük
🇰🇷 해상도
🇸🇦 دقة
🇨🇿 rozlišení
🇸🇰 rozlíšenie
🇨🇳 分辨率 (fēnbiànlǜ)
🇸🇮 ločljivost
🇮🇸 upplausn
🇰🇿 шешім
🇬🇪 გადაწყვეტილება
🇦🇿 qərar
🇲🇽 resolución
Word origin
The word 'resolution' has its origins in the Latin word 'resolutionem', meaning 'a loosening or releasing'. Over time, it evolved to mean a 'solution to a problem' or a 'formal decision'. The concept of resolution has been fundamental in problem-solving and decision-making processes throughout history, from ancient civilizations to modern societies.
See also: irresolute, irresolvable, resoluteness, resolvability, resolve, resolver, resolving, unresolved.