preresolve

/ˌprɛrɪˈzɔlv/

Definitions

1. verb

to settle or resolve something in advance, especially a problem or a dispute

“The two parties were able to preresolve their differences before the meeting.”

2. noun

the act or process of settling or resolving something in advance

“The preresolution of the issue helped to avoid a major conflict.”

Synonyms

  • predetermine
  • prejudge

Antonyms

  • delay
  • postpone