SOLVED

solved, resolved

(adjective) explained or answered; “mysteries solved and unsolved; problems resolved and unresolved”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Adjective

solved (not comparable)

Having a solution, having been explained or answered.

Verb

solved

simple past tense and past participle of solve

Anagrams

• Dovels

Source: Wiktionary


SOLVE

Solve, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Solved; p. pr. & vb. n. Solving.] Etym: [L. solvere, solutum; from a prefix so- expressing separation (cf. Sober) + luere to loosen; cf. OF. soldre, soudre. See Loose, and cf. Absolve.]

Definition: To explain; to resolve; to unfold; to clear up out to a result or conclusion; as, to solve a doubt; to solve difficulties; to solve a problem. True piety would effectually solve such scruples. South. God shall solve the dark decrees of fate. Tickell.

Syn.

– To explain; resolve; unfold; clear up.

Solve, n.

Definition: A solution; an explanation. [Obs.] Shak.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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23 November 2024

THEORETICAL

(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; “theoretical science”


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There are four varieties of commercially viable coffee: Arabica, Liberica, Excelsa, and Robusta. Growers predominantly plant the Arabica species. Although less popular, Robusta tastes slightly more bitter and contains more caffeine.

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