decisive

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decisive

  • /dɪˈsaɪsɪv/ UK
  • /dɪˈsɪsɪv/ nonstandard

Rhymes with -aɪsɪv

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From Middle French décisif, equivalent to decide + -ive.

adjective more decisive · most decisive

  1. Having the power or quality of deciding a question or controversy; putting an end to contest or controversy; final; conclusive. decisive vote
  2. Decided; definite; incontrovertible. decisive victory
  3. Marked by promptness and decision, resolute; without hesitation. decisive action

Similar: decided, positive, conclusive

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