🧩solve

verb
/sɑːlv/

Meaning

to find an answer to a problem or question; to resolve a difficulty
to find an answer or explanation for a problem or question

Example Sentences

The detective finally solved the mysterious case.

She solved the mystery in no time.

Synonyms

resolve, answer, figure out, work out
Entry 1
resolve, answer, figure out, work out
Entry 2
resolve, answer, figure out, work out

Antonyms

complicate, confuse, perplex, puzzle
Entry 1
complicate, confuse, perplex, puzzle
Entry 2
complicate, confuse

Collocations

solve problems, solve equations, solve mysteries, solve puzzles, solve conflicts, solve a problem, solve a puzzle, solve a question, solve an issue
Entry 1
solve problems, solve equations, solve mysteries, solve puzzles, solve conflicts
Entry 2
solve a problem, solve a puzzle, solve a question, solve an issue

More Example Sentences

Will it be possible for him to solve the problem?

It is sad that the problem has not been solved yet.

It is regrettable that the problem has not been solved yet.

It is unfortunate that the problem has not been solved yet.

It is unacceptable that the problem has not been solved yet.

How will it be possible for them to solve the problem quickly?

Will it be possible for her to solve the English grammar problem?

I am the kind of person who needs to solve problems to stay focused.

Who knows problems of how many poor families are not solved these days for not being able to pay dowry?

Who knows problems of how many small businesses are not solved these days for not being able to get loans?

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