Definitions

decisive

[dih-sahy-siv] / dɪˈsaɪ sɪv /

ADJECTIVE

definite

Synonyms

STRONGEST

conclusive critical crucial definitive determined fateful forceful influential momentous positive resolute significant

WEAK

absolute all out assured bent certain crisp decided final firm imperative imperious incisive intent peremptory resolved set settled straight out strong-minded trenchant

Antonyms

STRONGEST

inconclusive indefinite insignificant irresolute trivial unimportant weak

WEAK

indecisive procrastinating

Example Sentences

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“We are taking decisive actions to improve its performance,” Lawton said.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Manchester City's win was by no means a decisive one in the title race, but it did not stop it feeling like a defining one.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

Anderson’s most memorable moment was belting a decisive three-run double in Game 7 of the only World Series ever played by the Angels.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

We are a long way from those midcentury stories, like “Citizen Kane,” whose decisive moments hinged on adultery.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

It is their job to be totally decisive at all times.

From "The BFG" by Roald Dahl

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