Word
solved
US/ˈsɑɫvd/
UK/sˈɒlvd/
Definitions
01found an answer
A2 · Elementary
v. to have found the answer to a problem, question, or mystery in the past.
v. the past tense of 'solve', indicating the successful discovery of a solution or explanation for a difficulty.
“The police finally solved the mystery after finding new evidence.”
“The engineering team solved the structural issue by reinforcing the base with a more durable composite material.”
Usage
Transitive verb; always requires an object like 'problem', 'mystery', or 'equation'.
02having a solution
B1 · Intermediate
adj. describes a problem or puzzle that has already been answered.
adj. describing a state where a solution or explanation has been established. Usually non-gradable.
“Once the case is solved, the files are moved to the basement.”
“The detective viewed the case as solved, despite the lingering doubts expressed by the local press.”
Usage
Often used as a predicative adjective after 'is' or 'was'.
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Antonyms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- A2 · Elementary
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