decision-making

or de·ci·sion mak·ing or de·ci·sion·mak·ing

[ dih-sizh-uhn-mey-king ]

noun

1. the act or process of making choices or decisions with a group of people, especially in business or politics (often used attributively):

   decision-making skills.

Other Words From

• de·ci·sion-mak·er noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of decision-making¹

First recorded in 1915–20

Example Sentences

A number of economists said that concerns about what measures would be included in October's Budget had affected decision making by firms and households.

From BBC

And your decision making is just so wild.

From Los Angeles Times

These factors, as well as his autism spectrum disorder, had all affected his decision making, he said.

From BBC

She shared with a drama critic she hardly knew just what went into her decision making.

From Los Angeles Times

Researchers have delved into this question for years and can point to a variety of review features that can help your decision making.

From Salon

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