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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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It may well be that the duo have decided to relocate to one of their other impressive properties, which include a home in London and a countryside retreat in upstate New York.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

In 2022, he decided to share his CEO job—it had felt overwhelming, especially as he got older—with Eunice Lin Nichols, who’d worked for him for many years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

I heard that it was initially going to be a deluxe album, but then you decided it would be a second iteration and now it’s something different.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

She told BBC Radio Manchester she eventually decided to leave but asked for the names and contact details of staff so she could file a complaint, before she was escorted out.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

So she decided to forget about the past and concentrate on the future.

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

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