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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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“Now, even when I work overtime, all money gets spent,” said Yadav, who has decided to leave his job in Noida and return to his home village.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

The only scenario in which it would take a severe hit would be if “somehow magically the whole world decided to stop selling crude to China, which is just not going to happen.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

On a Monday in mid-March, he stared out at the Manhattan skyline from his office on the 85th floor and decided he didn’t want to miss out on another blistering rally.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

The group was initially conceived as a hip-hop crew, but Bang decided to adopt a "K-pop idol model" after considering "the business context", he told Time in an interview in 2019.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

It must be an hour after noon, I decided.

From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell

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