Resolve (verb) – To settle, or find a solution to, a problem

(Pronounced ri-zolv)

To remember the definition of the word resolve, use the following mnemonic:

She could repeatedly solve (resolve) any mathematical problem you put to her. It took me ages to even find a solution to one problem.

Examples of resolve in a sentence

The computer won't work until technical support can resolve the problem. 

The police have been called in to resolve the hostage situation at the bank.

Don't ignore the problem, it won't resolve itself.