What does decisive mean?
Decisive means Having the power or quality of deciding a question or controversy; putting an end to contest or controversy; final; conclusive..
Decisive
/dɪˈsaɪsɪv/ · adjective
Meaning
Having the power or quality of deciding a question or controversy; putting an end to contest or controversy; final; conclusive..
Definitions by Sense
- Having the power or quality of deciding a question or controversy; putting an end to contest or controversy; final; conclusive.
- Decided; definite; incontrovertible.
- Marked by promptness and decision, resolute; without hesitation.
Example Sentences
decisive vote
decisive battle
In truth, Tottenham never really looked like taking all three points and this defeat means they face a battle to reach the knockout stages -with their next home game against PAOK Salonika on 30 November likely to prove decisive.
decisive victory
[F]abulous forces are there encountered and a decisive victory is won: […]
decisive action
a decisive person
A noble instance of this attribute of the decisive character.
Synonyms for decisive
Antonyms for decisive
Related Words
Word Forms
- more decisive
- most decisive
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for decisive?
Common synonyms include decided, positive, conclusive, crucial.
What is the opposite of decisive?
Possible antonyms include indecisive.
How do you use decisive in a sentence?
decisive vote
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