resolve
to settle or decide firmly
Roots
- re-: back, again, or backward motion
- solv / solut: loosen, solve, settle, or release
Other words with the solv / solut root
- dissolution: breaking apart or dissolving
- irresolute: unable to decide
- resolute: firmly decided
- resolution: a firm decision or settled statement
- solve: to work out an answer
Resolve means loosen the knot until the matter is settled.
They met twice to resolve the dispute before it grew worse.