Synonyms: puzzle out, figure out, lick, work, work out, solve
Definition: find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of
Usage: did you solve the problem?; Work out your problems with the boss; this unpleasant situation isn't going to work itself out; did you get it?; Did you get my meaning?; He could not work the math problem
Similar words: understand
Definition: know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
Usage: She did not understand her husband; I understand what she means
Definition: find the solution
Usage: solve an equation; solve for x
Similar words: compute, cipher, calculate, cypher, reckon, work out, figure
Definition: make a mathematical calculation or computation
Definition: settle, as of a debt
Usage: clear a debt; solve an old debt
Similar words: square off, square up, settle, determine
Definition: settle conclusively; come to terms
Usage: We finally settled the argument