Decisive definition
Settling a matter or conflict; conclusive.
The decisive battle in the war; the decisive piece of evidence in the lawsuit.
adjective
Characterized by or showing the ability to make decisions quickly and firmly; resolute.
A decisive leader.
adjective
That settles or can settle a dispute, question, etc.; conclusive.
Decisive evidence.
adjective
Determining or closely affecting what comes next; critically important; crucial.
A decisive moment in his career.
adjective
Having the power or quality of deciding a question or controversy; putting an end to contest or controversy; final; conclusive.
A decisive battle is fatal for one side's war chances.
adjective
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The definition of decisive is having the ability to make decisions or something that determines what comes next.
An example of decisive is a person who always makes up her mind firmly and quickly.
An example of decisive is the information gained from a student's success in the classes which they take to determine their interest in their major field of study.
adjective
Having the quality of decision; showing determination or firmness.
A decisive tone of voice.
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Marked by promptness and decision.
A noble instance of this attribute of the decisive character. -J. Foster.
adjective
Origin of decisive
- From Middle French décisif
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