solution meaning
solution :
an answer to a problem, a way to solve something
noun
▪ We need a solution for the traffic issue.
▪ We need an answer for the traffic issue.
▪ The manager offered a solution to increase sales.
▪ The manager offered an answer to increase sales.
paraphrasing
▪ answer – solution
▪ remedy – answer
▪ resolution – solution
▪ key – answer
Pronunciation
solution [səˈluː.ʃən]
The stress is on the second syllable 'lu' and sounds like 'suh-LOO-shun'.
Common phrases and grammar about solution
solution - Common meaning
noun
an answer to a problem, a way to solve something
Part of Speech Changes for "solution"
▪ solve (verb) – to find an answer
▪ solvable (adjective) – able to be solved
▪ solvent (adjective) – able to pay debts
▪ unsolved (adjective) – not solved
Common Expressions with "solution"
▪ find a solution – to discover an answer
▪ offer a solution – to propose an answer
▪ implement a solution – to put an answer into action
▪ a simple solution – an easy answer
Important examples of solution in TOEIC
Vocabulary examples from the TOEIC test
In TOEIC vocabulary questions, solution is usually used to mean an answer or way to solve a problem.
Example of a confusing word: solvent (a substance that dissolves another)
Grammar examples from the TOEIC test
In TOEIC grammar questions, solution is used as a countable noun, often requiring articles like 'a' or 'the'.
solution
Idioms and fixed expressions in TOEIC
find a solution
to discover an answer
come up with a solution
to think of an answer
Differences between similar words and solution
solution
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answer
differences
solution is used to refer specifically to solving a problem, while answer can be a reply to a question or general response.
solution
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resolution – solution
differences
solution refers to solving a problem, whereas resolution can mean both solving a conflict and deciding on a plan.
Words with the same origin as solution
The origin of solution
solution comes from the Latin 'solvere', which means 'to loosen' and evolved to mean 'to solve'.
Word structure
The word is divided into root 'solv' (to solve) and suffix 'tion' (noun), so solution means 'the act of solving'.
Words with the same origin
The root of solution is 'solv' (to solve). Words with the same root include solve, solvable, solvent, solvency.
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