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resolutions

 

[ ˌrɛzəˈluːʃənz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

New Year

Firm decisions to do or not to do something in the coming year, often made as part of a tradition for the New Year.

Synonyms

commitment, decision, intention

Examples of usage

  • I made a resolution to exercise more in the new year.
  • One of her resolutions is to spend more time with family.
Context #2 | Noun

Problem-solving

The act of finding a solution or resolving a problem.

Synonyms

conclusion, settling, solution

Examples of usage

  • She approached the issue with determination and resolution.
  • The resolution of the conflict brought peace to the region.
Context #3 | Noun

Technology

The number of pixels in an image, often used to describe the clarity or quality of the image.

Synonyms

clarity, quality, sharpness

Examples of usage

  • This camera has a high resolution for sharp images.
  • The video was recorded in high resolution.

Translations

Translations of the word "resolutions" in other languages:

🇵🇹 resoluções

🇮🇳 संकल्प

🇩🇪 Entschlüsse

🇮🇩 resolusi

🇺🇦 резолюції

🇵🇱 rezolucje

🇯🇵 解決

🇫🇷 résolutions

🇪🇸 resoluciones

🇹🇷 çözümler

🇰🇷 결의안

🇸🇦 قرارات

🇨🇿 rezoluce

🇸🇰 rezolúcie

🇨🇳 解决

🇸🇮 resolucije

🇮🇸 ályktanir

🇰🇿 шешімдер

🇬🇪 გადაწყვეტილებები

🇦🇿 qərarlar

🇲🇽 resoluciones

Etymology

The word 'resolution' comes from the Latin word 'resolutionem', meaning 'a loosening or releasing'. It originated in the late 14th century with the sense of 'relaxation or slackening'. Over time, it evolved to encompass various meanings related to decisions, problem-solving, and technology. 'Resolution' has become a common term used in New Year traditions to signify goals or commitments for the upcoming year.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,315, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.