Resolving

/rɪˈzɑːlvɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The act of firmly deciding to do something, or finding a solution to a problem or conflict.

Etymology

From Latin 'resolvere' (re- 'back' + solvere 'to loosen'). Medieval usage meant 'to break apart into components,' which evolved into 'to solve' and 'to determine firmly.'

Kelly Says

The word's original sense—'to break apart'—is still hidden inside its modern meaning: resolving conflict means breaking it down into understandable parts before putting them together differently, a process so ancient it's baked into the language itself.

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