resolution meaning

resolution means 'a firm decision to do or not do something'.

resolution :

decision, determination

noun

▪ She made a resolution to exercise more.

▪ She made a decision to exercise more.

▪ His resolution was to learn a new language.

▪ His decision was to learn a new language.

paraphrasing

▪ determination – decision

▪ commitment – determination

▪ intention – decision

▪ purpose – reason

resolution

Pronunciation

resolution [ˌrɛz.əˈluː.ʃən]

The stress is on the third syllable 'lu' and sounds like 'rez-uh-LOO-shun'.

Common phrases and grammar about resolution

resolution - Common meaning

noun
decision, determination

Part of Speech Changes for "resolution"

▪ resolve (verb) – to decide firmly

▪ resolute (adjective) – determined

▪ resolutely (adverb) – in a determined way

▪ resoluteness (noun) – the quality of being determined

Common Expressions with "resolution"

▪ make a resolution – decide to do something

▪ pass a resolution – agree on a decision

▪ adopt a resolution – take a decision

▪ keep a resolution – stick to the decision

Important examples of resolution in TOEIC

Vocabulary examples from the TOEIC test

In TOEIC word questions, resolution usually refers to a firm decision or a solution to a problem.

▪He made a resolution to improve his skills.
▪He decided to improve his skills.

Example of a confusing word: revolution (a significant change or overthrow)

▪He made a revolution to improve his skills.
▪He initiated a significant change to improve his skills.
"Resolution" means "a firm decision" or "a solution," often used when someone decides to make a change or solve a problem. In "He made a resolution to improve his skills," the word is used correctly to indicate a personal decision. "Revolution," on the other hand, refers to a large-scale change or overthrow, typically in a political or social context, and does not fit the context of personal improvement. Therefore, "revolution" is an incorrect choice here.

Grammar examples from the TOEIC test

In TOEIC grammar questions, resolution is used as a noun and may be the subject or object in sentences.

▪The company's resolution was to expand internationally.
▪The company's decision was to expand internationally.

resolution

Idioms and fixed expressions in TOEIC

New Year's resolution

'a decision made at New Year' used in setting goals.

▪She kept her New Year's resolution to eat healthier.
▪She continued her decision to eat healthier.

pass a resolution

means 'to agree on a decision' used in meetings.

▪They passed a resolution to increase the budget.
▪They agreed to increase the budget.

Differences between similar words and resolution

resolution

,

decision

differences

resolution is a firm or formal decision, while decision is a general choice between options.

resolution
▪She made a resolution to quit smoking.
▪She made a decision to quit smoking.
decision
▪resolution – a firm decision to do something
▪decision – a general choice, big or small

resolution

,

solution

differences

resolution is a firm decision, while solution is an answer to a problem.

resolution
▪They reached a resolution to resolve the issue.
▪They implemented an answer to resolve the issue.
solution
▪They implemented a solution to resolve the issue.
▪They implemented an answer to resolve the issue.

Words with the same origin as resolution

The origin of resolution

resolution comes from the Latin 'resolver', which means 'to decide firmly'.

Word structure

It has the prefix 're' (thoroughly), the root 'solve' (to loosen), and the suffix '-tion' (noun), so resolution means 'the act of deciding thoroughly'.

Words with the same origin

The root of resolution is 'solve'. Words with the same root include solve, solvent, and solvable.

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