Meaning & Definition of word "Decided"

Decided

/dɪˈsaɪdɪd/

1. To make a choice or come to a conclusion about something.
- Example: After much deliberation, she decided to accept the job offer.
2. To settle or resolve something.
- Example: The committee decided the issue after lengthy discussions.
3. To determine the outcome or fate of something.
- Example: The referee decided the game with a controversial penalty.

1. Having made a firm decision; resolved.
- Example: He was decided in his choice to pursue a career in medicine.
2. Clear and definite; not ambiguous.
- Example: The team's decided victory left no doubt about their skills.

From Middle English 'deciden', from Latin 'decidere' meaning 'to cut off, settle'.

make a decided difference:

To have a clear and noticeable impact.

decided advantage:

A clear or significant benefit in a situation.

decidedly not:

Clearly and without a doubt not.

decide:

To come to a resolution in the mind.

decision:

A conclusion or resolution reached after consideration.

decisive:

Having the power or quality of deciding.

Meaning: It’s a done deal.

Example Sentence: Once she signed the contract, it was a decided matter.

Meaning: No ifs, ands, or buts.

Example Sentence: The plan is in place, no ifs, ands, or buts about it—it's decided.