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decided

[dih-sahy-did] / dɪˈsaɪ dɪd /
ADJECTIVE
certain, definite
Synonyms
STRONGEST
determined distinct pronounced resolved settled sure
STRONG
assured cinched clear clear-cut clinched destined express fated nailed prearranged predetermined
WEAK
absolute categorical emphatic explicit for sure in the bag indisputable on ice positive runaway unalterable unambiguous undeniable undisputed unequivocal unmistakable unquestionable
Antonyms
STRONGEST
indistinct obscure vague wavering
STRONG
ambiguous fuzzy indefinite uncertain
WEAK
deferential delaying hesitant postponing procrastinating undecided
ADJECTIVE
determined, strong-willed
Synonyms
STRONGEST
certain established resolved settled sure
STRONG
bent deliberate firm fixed set unbending
WEAK
assertive cocksure decisive earnest emphatic inflexible intent iron-jawed mulish positive purposeful resolute serious strong-minded unfaltering unhesitating unwavering unyielding
Antonyms
STRONGEST
doubtful dubious uncertain unconfident unsure
STRONG
changeable flexible indefinite irresolute soft undecided unfixed
WEAK
deferential delaying hesitant postponing procrastinating

Example Sentences

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Determined to get rid of his "dad bod", Sion decided to transform his health, documenting his journey on YouTube and Instagram.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

She thought about asking for a refund, but, in this instance, decided against it.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

“It’s been a memorable journey these decades with the ABC/ESPN family, but I have decided that it’s time to move on,” Jones wrote in a statement posted Friday on Instagram.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

So in January 2024, I decided to give it a try.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

In seventh grade, our mothers had decided we should be friends because they were.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

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