Resolution (noun)

1. A firm decision to do or not to do something.
2. The action of solving a problem, dispute, or contentious matter.
3. The quality of being determined or resolute.
4. A formal expression of opinion or intention agreed on by a legislative body, committee, or other formal meeting, typically after taking a vote.

Origin:

Mid 16th century: from latin resolutio(n-), from resolvere "loosen, release" (in medieval latin "consider thoroughly, resolve"), from re- "back" + solvere "loosen".

Examples:

1. She took a resolution to quit smoking.
2. The resolution of the conflict took several months of negotiations.
3. His resolution to succeed in life was unwavering.
4. The resolution was passed by a majority vote in the assembly.
5. The resolution of the picture on my new monitor is much higher than my old one.