Settled: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when something has been resolved or someone has found a permanent place to live.

• After a long journey, they finally settled in their new home
• The argument was settled amicably

Used to indicate something that is securely positioned or determined and not changing.

• The price of the ticket is fixed and cannot be negotiated
• The table is fixed to the ground

Used to denote something that has been in place for a long time or is widely recognized and accepted.

• The company is well-established, having been in business for over 50 years
• It is an established fact that exercise is good for health

Used to describe something that is steady, not likely to change, or secure.

• The economy is currently stable despite global uncertainties
• She offers him a stable home environment

Use 'settled' when referring to something that has been resolved or when someone has established themselves in a place or position.

• After years of traveling, they finally settled in a small town.
• The dispute was settled out of court.

Use 'resolve' when referring to finding a solution to a problem or making a firm decision.

• They tried to resolve their differences through mediation.
• She resolved to study harder this semester.

Use 'decide' when someone is making a choice or coming to a conclusion about something.

• She had to decide what to wear to the party.
• They decided to take the train instead of driving.

Use 'establish' when talking about setting up something firmly or opening a business or organization.

• He helped to establish the company's new headquarters.
• The committee aims to establish new guidelines for the project.