solve

/sɒlv/ /səʊlv/

Definitions

1. verb

to find a solution or explanation for a problem or puzzle

“I will try to solve this math problem for you.”

2. verb

to settle or resolve a problem or conflict

“The manager’s efforts helped to solve the issue and improve the team’s morale.”

3. noun

a solution or explanation for a problem or puzzle

“The answer turned out to be the solution to the mystery.”

4. noun

a mathematical problem to be solved

“The math textbook contained several challenging solve problems.”

5. noun

a puzzle or riddle to be solved

“The solve was a clever play on words.”

Synonyms

  • answer
  • figure out
  • resolve

Antonyms

  • aggravate
  • complicate