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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
Other Word Forms
- decisively adverb
- decisiveness noun
- nondecisive adjective
- predecisive adjective
- ˈԱ noun
- ˈ adverb
Word History and Origins
Example Sentences
There’s no point in denying, however, that according to his own dark theory of geopolitical reality, Netanyahu has created the conditions for decisive victory.
Alongside Spaun at three under par, 2013 Masters champion Adam Scott made a decisive move on the back nine to stake his claim for a second major title at 44 years old.
But every would-be authoritarian ultimately faces a decisive moment, when the fear they have generated must be enforced with action to solidify power.
Given what would come later in the day, his and Smith's contribution could prove decisive.
The decisive sequence came in the top of the 10th.
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