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resolution

[rez-uh-loo-shuhn] / ˌrɛz əˈlu ʃən /
NOUN
determination, strong will
Synonyms
STRONGEST
decision settlement verdict
STRONG
aim boldness constancy courage dauntlessness declaration dedication doggedness earnestness energy firmness fortitude guts heart immovability intent intention judgment mettle moxie obstinacy perseverance pluck purpose purposefulness relentlessness resoluteness resolve sincerity spirit spunk staunchness steadfastness stubbornness tenacity willpower
WEAK
decidedness fixed purpose purposiveness staying power
Antonyms
STRONGEST
indecision
STRONG
apathy cowardice fear flexibility idleness insincerity instability irresolution laziness lethargy timidity weakness
WEAK
compliance problem question trouble
NOUN
answer, judgment
Synonyms
STRONGEST
conclusion decision finding motion outcome proposal proposition recommendation settlement solution verdict
STRONG
analysis assertion breakdown call declaration determination dissection elucidation end exposition interpretation nod presentation recitation resolve solving ticket upshot
WEAK
pay dirt quick fix sorting out unravelling working out
Antonyms
STRONGEST
beginning condemnation indecision
STRONG
cause denial origin start
WEAK
compliance problem question trouble weakness

Example Sentences

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The Security Council adopted a strong resolution against Tehran in mid-March, condemning its blocking of the strait.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

The resolution, sponsored by the Gulf state of Bahrain, “strongly encourages” member states to “coordinate efforts, defensive in nature,” to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

“While nothing can undo the loss of Zayde, this resolution spares his loved ones from having to relive these horrific events through a lengthy and painful jury trial.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Asked about its stance on slavery reparations, the Green Party highlighted a statement from one of its subgroups - the Global Majority Greens - welcoming the UN resolution.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

She made a resolution never to live in any of them.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan