Resolvent

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /rɪˈzɑːlvənt/

Definitions of resolvent

noun a substance that dissolves another substance

Example Sentences

A1 I used a resolvent to clean the stain on my shirt.

A2 The resolvent I bought at the store worked well on the grease on my kitchen counter.

B1 The mechanic used a resolvent to dissolve the rust on the car's engine.

B2 The resolvent proved to be effective in breaking down the stubborn adhesive.

C1 The resolvent used in the experiment was a key factor in achieving the desired results.

C2 The scientist developed a new resolvent that revolutionized the field of chemistry.

adjective having the power to dissolve or resolve something

Example Sentences

A1 The resolvent solution helped clear up the stain on the carpet.

A2 Using a resolvent cleaner, she was able to remove the tough grease stains from the kitchen counter.

B1 The resolvent properties of the medication quickly alleviated his symptoms.

B2 The resolvent nature of the negotiations led to a peaceful resolution of the conflict.

C1 The resolvent approach taken by the team effectively resolved the complex issues at hand.

C2 Her resolvent attitude and strategic thinking were key factors in successfully navigating the challenging situation.

Examples of resolvent in a Sentence

formal The resolvent of the equation helped us find the roots.

informal Using the resolvent made solving the problem a lot easier.

slang I just plugged in the resolvent and got the answer in no time.

figurative The resolvent acted as a key to unlocking the solution to the puzzle.

Grammatical Forms of resolvent

past tense

resolved

plural

resolvents

comparative

more resolvent

superlative

most resolvent

present tense

resolve

future tense

will resolve

perfect tense

have resolved

continuous tense

is resolving

singular

resolvent

positive degree

resolvent

infinitive

to resolve

gerund

resolving

participle

resolved

Origin and Evolution of resolvent

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'resolvent' originated from Latin 'resolvent-' stem of 'resolvens', present participle of 'resolvere' meaning to loosen or dissolve.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in alchemy to refer to a substance that dissolves another, the term 'resolvent' has evolved to also mean a solution or remedy that resolves a problem or difficulty.