Noun – Resolution
1 a (noncount) : the act of finding an answer or solution to a conflict, problem, etc. : the act of resolving something
a court for the resolution of civil disputes
conflict resolution
b (count) : an answer or solution to something
We found a resolution to the dispute.
2 : the ability of a device to show an image clearly and with a lot of detail
(count)
computer screens with high resolutions
(noncount)
The monitor has excellent resolution.
a high-resolution copier/monitor/cameralwod-clear
3 (count) : a promise to yourself that you will make a serious effort to do something that you should do
He made a resolution to lose weight. (= he resolved to lose weight)
Her New Year’s resolution (=her promise to do something differently in the new year) is to exercise regularly.
4 (noncount) : the quality of being very determined to do something : DETERMINATION
They admired his courage and resolution. (=resolve)
5 (count) : a formal statement that expresses the feelings, wishes, or decision of a group
The assembly passed a resolution calling for the university president to step down.
6 (noncount) : the point in a story at which the main conflict is solved or ended
the resolution of the plot