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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A few days before the Final Four, they decided to make an impromptu trip to Arizona to cheeron UCLA.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

It also decided to move forward on two other peptides not listed in the complaint: kisspeptin and ibutamoren mesylate.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

Speaking of that strait, Iran has decided that it would like to keep it.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

That is when the grading committee decided a cap would be essential.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

As I treated them with ointment I decided to hole up until the weather eased a bit—I thought overnight.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen