Décidé (en. Decided)
/de.si.de/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Who is firm in their choices.
He is determined to see his project through to the end.
Il est décidé à aller jusqu'au bout de son projet.
Who shows a strong will.
His decision was made and left no room for doubt.
Sa décision était décidée et ne souffrait d'aucun doute.
Who has made a decision without hesitation.
She was determined to change careers.
Elle était décidée à changer de carrière.
Etymology
Comes from the verb 'décider', from Latin 'decidere'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to make a decision
To choose between several options.
prendre une décision
to be determined
To be confident in oneself and one’s choices.
être décidé
to have a determined spirit
To have a strong will.
avoir un esprit décidé
Related Words
decision
Choice made after reflection.
décision
decide
To take a determination.
décider
determination
Resolution to carry out a project.
détermination
Slang Meanings
To be confident in oneself.
He is quite determined, he will not change his mind.
Il est bien décidé, il ne changera pas d'avis.
To have made a resolution.
She started exercising and is really determined.
Elle s'est mise au sport et est vraiment décidée.