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decisions

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

Example Sentences

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It’s not going to be fun making monetary policy decisions.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

"Our study shows that the gut is not simply a digestive organ, but an active sensory system that continuously monitors nutritional state and directly guides behavioral decisions," said Director SUH Seong-Bae.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

The report also found that test scores are a better predictor of college performance than high school grades, but that UC weighed grades more heavily in admission decisions.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Even when shoppers do frequent brick-and-mortar shops, their online equivalents still inform purchase decisions.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

“Your actions and decisions on this mission could start or prevent a world war.”

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin