resolve

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Resolve' is when you find a solution to a problem or disagreement. It's being able to fix something that's broken, whether it's a machine, or a misunderstanding between people.

Examples in Different Contexts

In negotiations, 'resolve' can refer to reaching an agreement. A business mediator might say, 'Both parties have shown a strong resolve to find a mutually beneficial outcome.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

The users have reported significant bugs with the new release. We need to be proactive in troubleshooting them.

Response:

Agree, we should resolve these bugs before next week's software update rollout.

Business

Scenario:

We're seeing a downturn in productivity as a result of internal disagreements. We need a thorough plan to address this.

Response:

Let's set up a meeting with the entire team to discuss and resolve these internal issues.