solve

/sɔlv/
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solve

A student uses a pencil to solve a math equation on a piece of paper.

Definition
  1. Verb:
    • To find an answer or explanation for a problem, question, or puzzle: To work out a correct solution to something that is difficult or unclear.
    • To find a way to deal with a difficult situation: To successfully manage or resolve a complex or problematic matter.
    • To find the value or values that satisfy a mathematical equation or condition: To perform the operations necessary to find the answer to a mathematical problem.
Examples of Usage
  • Verb:
    • The detective was able to solve the mystery.
    • Engineers are working to solve the technical issue with the software.
    • Can you help me solve this math problem?
    • The two countries are trying to solve their diplomatic dispute.
Advanced Usage
  • "to solve for x": In mathematics, to manipulate an equation to find the value of a specific unknown variable, often 'x'.
    • In algebra, you often have to solve for x.
Variants and Related Words
  • Solver (n): A person or thing that solves problems.
    • She is a brilliant problem solver.
  • Solvable (adj): Capable of being solved.
    • The puzzle is complex but solvable.
  • Solution (n): The answer to a problem or the method for solving it.
    • The solution to the equation is x=5.
Synonyms
  • Resolve: To find a solution to a problem or dispute.
  • Work out: To find an answer or solution through calculation or thought.
  • Figure out: To understand or find the answer by thinking.
  • Decipher: To succeed in understanding or interpreting something complicated.
Related Phrasal Verbs

(This word does not commonly form phrasal verbs. The action is typically expressed by the verb 'solve' directly followed by the object.)

Related Idioms
  • "Solve the riddle of": To find the explanation for something very mysterious or puzzling.
    • Scientists hope to solve the riddle of the ancient artifact's purpose.
solve

A student uses a pencil to solve a math equation on a piece of paper.

Verb
  1. settle, as of a debt
    • clear a debt
    • solve an old debt
  2. find the solution
    • solve an equation
    • solve for x
  3. find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of
    • did you solve the problem?
    • Work out your problems with the boss
    • this unpleasant situation isn't going to work itself out
    • did you get it?
    • Did you get my meaning?
    • He could not work the math problem

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