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decisive
[ dih-sahy-siv ]
adjective
- having the power or quality of deciding; putting an end to controversy; crucial or most important:
Your argument was the decisive one.
Synonyms: ,
- characterized by or displaying no or little hesitation; resolute; determined:
The general was known for his decisive manner.
Synonyms:
a decisive defeat.
- unsurpassable; commanding:
a decisive lead in the voting.
decisive
/ ɪˈɪɪ /
adjective
- influential; conclusive
a decisive argument
- characterized by the ability to make decisions, esp quickly; resolute
Derived Forms
- ˈԱ, noun
- ˈ, adverb
Other Word Forms
- ··· adverb
- ···Ա noun
- ԴDz··· adjective
- ··· adjective
Word History and Origins
Example Sentences
As the season winds toward its decisive final act, the two great rivals prepare for a double collision.
He is a decisive, clinical racer who is not to be intimidated.
Beneath the friendly exterior was also a leader willing to take decisive action.
Their hope, he said, is that they will soon receive a decisive answer.
"Citizens will be able to catch this crucial moment in the election campaign while also following the decisive periods of the hockey game that could put the Montreal Canadiens in the playoffs," a statement read.
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