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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"North Carolina decided to roll the dice and invest a lot of money in its football program," said Greg Barnes, senior reporter at Inside Carolina, a website dedicated to North Carolina University sports.

From BBC

The Fed decided to keep rates on hold Wednesday.

From Barron's

I decided to confront the prospect head on.

From The Wall Street Journal

This is not the first time he’s decided to redo something that seems perfectly fine to me.

From Literature

He was set on becoming a doctor, then decided instead to build a healthcare company.

From MarketWatch

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