Definitions
- Describing a problem or issue that can be resolved or settled. - Referring to a situation that can be clarified or explained. - Talking about a conflict or disagreement that can be resolved through discussion or negotiation.
- Describing a problem or puzzle that can be solved or figured out. - Referring to a situation that has a solution or answer. - Talking about a mathematical or logical problem that can be solved through a process or formula.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe situations that have a solution or resolution.
- 2Both words can be used to describe problems or issues.
- 3Both words imply that a solution or answer exists.
- 4Both words are adjectives that modify a noun.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Resolvable is more commonly used in contexts related to conflicts, issues, or misunderstandings, while solvable is more commonly used in contexts related to puzzles, problems, or equations.
- 2Connotation: Resolvable implies a sense of cooperation and communication, while solvable implies a sense of logic and reasoning.
- 3Focus: Resolvable emphasizes the process of resolving or settling an issue, while solvable emphasizes the process of finding a solution or answer.
Remember this!
Resolvable and solvable are synonyms that describe situations with a solution or resolution. However, they differ in their usage, connotation, focus, etymology, and part of speech. Resolvable is more commonly used in contexts related to conflicts or issues, while solvable is more commonly used in contexts related to puzzles or problems. Resolvable implies cooperation and communication, while solvable implies logic and reasoning.
