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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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Bengen decided to study how that same portfolio would perform for someone starting retirement on July 1, 2000, shortly after the Dot-com bubble began bursting.

From Barron's • Apr. 19, 2026

When I first decided that I was going to retire to Cuenca, a friend told me that I was going to be bored.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

Phrases like "AI decided" or "ChatGPT knows" can make systems seem more independent or intelligent than they actually are.

From Science Daily • Apr. 19, 2026

He asked to be connected to his sister in Jordan, so he could tell her he’d decided to reschedule his visit.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

But in the end it was Karli, of course, who eventually decided this family moment had gone on quite long enough, and broke the silence.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo

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