solution (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /səˈluːʃən/

Definition

An answer to a problem or a way to fix something.

Examples

• We need to find a quick solution to this traffic jam.

• The teacher praised the student for her creative solution.

• This new software offers a simple solution for managing files.

How to Use solution

solution to (prepositional phrase)

Used to specify the problem that is being solved. — "This is the best solution to our energy crisis."

solution for (prepositional phrase)

Used to specify what the solution is intended to achieve or address. — "They developed a new solution for cleaning polluted water."

Synonyms of solution

Words with a similar meaning to solution:

• answer
• fix
• remedy
• resolution

Antonyms of solution

Words with the opposite meaning to solution:

• problem
• difficulty

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