RESOLVE

Definitions

1. 1. The act of resolving or making clear; resolution; solution. "To give a full resolve of that which is so much controverted." Milton.
2. 2. That which has been resolved on or determined; decisive conclusion; fixed purpose; determination; also, legal or official determination; a legislative declaration; a resolution. Nor is your firm resolve unknown. Shak. Cæsar's approach has summoned us together, And Rome attends her fate from our resolves. Addison.