Solution: meaning, definitions and examples

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solution

[ səˈluːʃn ]

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mathematics

A solution is a value or set of values that satisfy an equation or inequality, making it true when substituted into the equation.

Synonyms

answer, resolution, result

Examples of usage

The solution to the equation x + 2 = 5 is x = 3.
She found a solution to the system of equations by graphing.

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problem-solving

A solution is a means of solving a problem or dealing with a difficult situation.

Synonyms

answer, fix, resolution

Examples of usage

Their compromise was a solution to the conflict.
The best solution to this issue is to communicate openly.

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liquid mixture

In chemistry, a solution is a homogeneous mixture composed of two or more substances.

Synonyms

blend, compound, mixture

Examples of usage

The sugar dissolved in water to form a solution.
This solution has a concentration of 10% salt.

Translations

Translations of the word "solution" in other languages:

🇵🇹 solução

🇮🇳 समाधान

🇩🇪 Lösung

🇮🇩 solusi

🇺🇦 рішення

🇵🇱 rozwiązanie

🇯🇵 解決 (かいけつ)

🇫🇷 solution

🇪🇸 solución

🇹🇷 çözüm

🇰🇷 해결 (haegyeol)

🇸🇦 حل

🇨🇿 řešení

🇸🇰 riešenie

🇨🇳 解决方案 (jiějué fāng'àn)

🇸🇮 rešitev

🇮🇸 lausn

🇰🇿 шешім

🇬🇪 გადაწყვეტილება

🇦🇿 həll

🇲🇽 solución

Word origin

The word 'solution' comes from the Latin word 'solutio', meaning a loosening or unbinding. It was first used in the context of chemistry in the 16th century to refer to a liquid mixture. Over time, the term evolved to also describe answers to mathematical equations and ways to solve problems.