Solve (Verb)
Meaning 1
Find the solution; "solve an equation"; "solve for x".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- The team worked together to solve the complex mathematical problem that had been puzzling them for weeks.
- To solve the quadratic equation, we need to factor the left-hand side first.
- After several attempts, the engineer was finally able to solve for x in the equation.
- Can you help me solve this algebra problem I'm stuck on?
- Using deduction and reasoning, the detective was able to solve the mystery of the stolen painting.
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Meaning 2
Settle, as of a debt; "clear a debt"; "solve an old debt".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- After years of struggling financially, she finally managed to solve her outstanding mortgage debt.
- He couldn't afford the luxury vacation, as he still had to solve the debt from his college years.
- Her inheritance allowed her to solve the family's long-standing debt and begin rebuilding their business.
- The lucky lottery winner was able to solve his outstanding debts and start fresh.
- The insurance payout helped the family solve their medical debt accrued from the father's prolonged illness.
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Meaning 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".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- They managed to solve the complex puzzle in under an hour.
- It took us weeks to solve the mystery behind the strange noises in the attic.
- Can you solve this math equation for me.
- She couldn't solve the riddle, so she asked for a hint.
- He struggled to solve the crossword puzzle, getting stuck on a particularly difficult clue.