definition of
resolution

[1] #1 resolution n. [declaration, resolve] a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote. wn

[2] #2 resolution n. [resolving power] the ability of a microscope or telescope to measure the angular separation of images that are close together. wn

[3] #3 resolution n. [resoluteness, firmness, firmness of purpose, resolve] the trait of being resolute; "his resoluteness carried him through the battle"; "it was his unshakeable resolution to finish the work". wn

[4] #4 resolution n. [solving] finding a solution to a problem. wn

[5] #5 resolution n. [settlement, closure] something settled or resolved; the outcome of decision making; "they finally reached a settlement with the union"; "they never did achieve a final resolution of their differences"; "he needed to grieve before he could achieve a sense of closure". wn