Definitions

decision

[dih-sizh-uhn] / dɪˈsɪʒ ən /

NOUN

conclusion; resolution reached

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accord agreement arrangement choice compromise determination finding judgment opinion outcome resolution result ruling selection settlement verdict

STRONG

accommodation adjudication adjustment arbitration declaration end prearrangement preference reconciliation sentence showdown understanding

WEAK

adjudicature the call the nod

Antonyms

STRONGEST

beginning cause disagreement dissension indecision refusal source

WEAK

deferment deferral delay indefiniteness indetermination postponement procrastination wavering

NOUN

strength of mind or will

Synonyms

STRONGEST

determination resolution

STRONG

backbone decisiveness doggedness earnestness firmness fortitude grit obstinacy obstinance perseverance persistence pluck purpose purposefulness resoluteness resolve seriousness spine stubbornness volition will

WEAK

decidedness iron will purposiveness will power

Antonyms

STRONG

cowardice flexibility idleness indolence irresolution unimportance weakness

WEAK

deferment deferral delay indecision indefiniteness indetermination postponement procrastination wavering

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Junior Ana Rivera said she knew of teachers and coaches who supported the decision to leave school to protest.

From Los Angeles Times

The final decision - whether to move the mine or destroy it in place - is taken by headquarters.

From BBC

“These violations are now established as a matter of law,” Young wrote in his 4-page decision.

From Los Angeles Times

"The decision to sell was not made lightly," the statement said.

From BBC

Mangione's attorney Karen Friedman Agnifilotold a press briefing outside the courthouse Friday that the defense team was "very relieved," hailing an "incredible decision."

From Barron's

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