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- [dih-sahy-siv]
- /dɪˈsaɪ sɪv/
- /dɪˈsaɪ.sɪv/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [dih-sahy-siv]
- /dɪˈsaɪ sɪv/
Definitions of decisive word
- adjective decisive If a fact, action, or event is decisive, it makes it certain that there will be a particular result. 3
- adjective decisive If someone is decisive, they have or show an ability to make quick decisions in a difficult or complicated situation. 3
- adjective decisive influential; conclusive 3
- adjective decisive characterized by the ability to make decisions, esp quickly; resolute 3
- adjective decisive that settles or can settle a dispute, question, etc.; conclusive 3
- adjective decisive determining or closely affecting what comes next; critically important; crucial 3
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Origin of decisive
First appearance:
before 1605 One of the 40% oldest English words
1605-15; < Medieval Latin dēcīsīvus, equivalent to Latin dēcīs(us) (see decision) + -īvus -ive
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Parts of speech for Decisive
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
decisive popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 96% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for decisive
adj decisive
- definitive — Something that is definitive provides a firm conclusion that cannot be questioned.
- influential — having or exerting influence, especially great influence: three influential educators.
- resolute — firmly resolved or determined; set in purpose or opinion: Her parents wanted her to marry, but she was focused on her education and remained resolute.
- forceful — full of force; powerful; vigorous; effective: a forceful plea for peace.
- crucial — If you describe something as crucial, you mean it is extremely important.
adjective decisive
- pivotal — of, relating to, or serving as a pivot.
- key — a small metal instrument specially cut to fit into a lock and move its bolt.
- vital — of or relating to life: vital processes.
- important — of much or great significance or consequence: an important event in world history.
- convincing — If you describe someone or something as convincing, you mean that they make you believe that a particular thing is true, correct, or genuine.
Antonyms for decisive
adj decisive
- inconclusive — not conclusive; not resolving fully all doubts or questions: inconclusive evidence.
- ineffective — not effective; not producing results; ineffectual: ineffective efforts; ineffective remedies.
- unimportant — of much or great significance or consequence: an important event in world history.
- irresolute — not resolute; doubtful; infirm of purpose; vacillating.
- trivial — of very little importance or value; insignificant: Don't bother me with trivial matters.
adjective decisive
- uncertain — not definitely ascertainable or fixed, as in time of occurrence, number, dimensions, or quality.
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