ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Decisive

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /dɪˈsaɪsɪv/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Decisive is an adjective meaning Having the power or quality of deciding a question or controversy; putting an end to contest or controversy; final; conclusive.

Meaning

Having the power or quality of deciding a question or controversy; putting an end to contest or controversy; final; conclusive.

More Meanings

  1. Decided; definite; incontrovertible.
  2. Marked by promptness and decision, resolute; without hesitation.

Example Sentences

decisive vote
decisive battle
decisive action
decisive victory

Synonyms for decisive

Depending on context, synonyms include decided, positive, conclusive, crucial, critical, important.

Antonyms for decisive

Common opposites include indecisive.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include conclusive, definite, determinant, crucial, important, fateful.

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