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decided

[ dih-sahy-did ]

adjective

  1. in no way uncertain or ambiguous; unmistakable; unquestionable:

    a decided victory.

    Synonyms: indubitable, sure, definite, pronounced, certain, positive, indisputable, undeniable

  2. free from hesitation or wavering; resolute; determined:

    a decided approach to a problem.

    Synonyms: unhesitating, resolved

    Antonyms: uncertain



decided

/ dɪˈsaɪdɪd /

adjective

  1. unmistakable

    a decided improvement

  2. determined; resolute

    a girl of decided character

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Derived Forms

  • deˈcidedness, noun
  • deˈcidedly, adverb
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Other Words From

  • de·cid·ed·ly adverb
  • de·cid·ed·ness noun
  • pre·de·cid·ed adjective
  • well-de·cid·ed adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of decided1

First recorded in 1780–90; decide + -ed 2
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Example Sentences

Ibarra had waived his right to a jury trial, which means his case was heard and decided by county Judge Haggard.

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He said he changed his mind and decided to complete the film after speaking to Hutchins' husband, Matt.

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Her team decided to try low-dose sodium oxybate, after some patients told them their symptoms improved after a few alcoholic drinks.

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It is significant Guardiola has committed his future to the club when the Premier League case is still to be decided.

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Over the last five years, more and more migrants have decided to try their luck following the same path - known as the Eastern Mediterranean route.

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