Décisive (en. Decisive)

/de.si.ziv/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which allows one to conclude or resolve a doubt.
His decision was decisive in the outcome of the match.
Sa décision fut décisive dans le résultat du match.
Which has a great influence on the course of events.
This step is decisive for the future of the company.
Cette étape est décisive pour l'avenir de l'entreprise.
Which is firm and resolute in a choice.
She made a decisive decision without hesitation.
Elle a pris une décision décisive sans hésitation.

Etymology

From Latin 'decisivus', derived from 'decidere' which means to cut, to decide.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a decisive attitude
Acting with determination and confidence to make a choice.
avoir une attitude décisive
decisive moment
A moment or event crucial in a situation.
moment décisif
decisive decision-making
The process of making an important and unambiguous choice.
prise de décision décisive

Related Words

decision
Choice made after reflection.
décision
determining
Which plays a key role in a situation.
déterminant
hesitation
Uncertainty or indecision regarding a choice.
hésitation

Slang Meanings

Firmness in one's choices.
He has a decisive attitude in all circumstances.
Il a la décisive attitude en toutes circonstances.
Ability to cut quickly.
She is known for her decisive quickness in making decisions.
Elle est connue pour sa décisive rapidité à décider.