What is the meaning of “theodicy”?

What is the meaning of “theodicy”?

What have been, historically, at least two proposals for the “solving” of the problems raised by theodicy?

Discuss an instance in your personal life where the problems of theodicy asserted themselves (strive for relevance, but refrain from being too personal, if the details shared would be embarrassing or in bad taste).

What do you think is the “answer” to the questions raised by “theodicy”?

Is there, finally, any credible answer to the “problem of evil”?