Decisiveness

/dɪˈsaɪsɪvnəs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively.

Her decisiveness in the meeting impressed everyone and led to a swift resolution.

the quality of being resolute and confident in making choices.

The CEO's decisiveness during the crisis was crucial in maintaining the company's stability.

the firmness of purpose and the clarity of mind in decision-making.

His decisiveness in selecting a career path made it easier for him to achieve his goals.

the act of decisively resolving a matter.

Tim's decisiveness when addressing the team's concerns helped improve morale.

From decisiveness, derived from decisive + -ness.

make a decision

To come to a conclusion or resolution after considering options.

call the shots

To be in charge and make decisions.

take the bull by the horns

To confront a difficult situation directly and decisively.

decide

To make a choice or come to a resolution about something.

decisive

Having the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively.

resolution

A firm decision to do or not to do something.

To get straight to the point without hesitation.

Let's not beat around the bush; we need to be decisive.

A no-nonsense approach to decision-making.

She has a 'get it done' attitude that's all about decisiveness.