1 a [non count] : the act of finding an answer or solution to a conflict, problem, etc. : the act of resolving something

• a court for the resolution of civil disputes
• conflict resolution

b [count] : an answer or solution to something

• We found a resolution to the dispute.

2 : the ability of a device to show an image clearly and with a lot of detail

[count]

• computer screens with high resolutions

[noncount]

• The monitor has excellent resolution.
• a high–resolution copier/monitor/camera

3 [count] : a promise to yourself that you will make a serious effort to do something that you should do

• He made a resolution to lose weight. [=he resolved to lose weight]
• Her New Year’s resolution [=her promise to do something differently in the new year] is to exercise regularly.

4 [non count] : the quality of being very determined to do something : Determination

• They admired his courage and resolution. [=resolve]

5 [count] : a formal statement that expresses the feelings, wishes, or decision of a group

• The assembly passed a resolution calling for the university president to step down.

6 [non count] : the point in a story at which the main conflict is solved or ended

• the resolution of the plot