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    Décision (en. Decision)

    /de.si.zjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Act of choosing between multiple options.
    The decision to go on a trip was difficult.
    La décision de partir en voyage a été difficile.
    Judgment, opinion that has binding force.
    The judge's decision was made public.
    La décision du juge a été rendue publique.
    Outcome of a thought or deliberation process.
    His decision was made after careful consideration.
    Sa décision a été prise après mûre réflexion.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'decisio,' meaning 'a cutting off,' derived from 'decidere.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    make a decision
    Making a choice or opting for an option.
    prendre une décision
    in decision-making
    Regarding the process of making a choice.
    dans la prise de décision
    difficult decision
    A choice that requires serious consideration.
    décision difficile

    Related Words

    decide
    Making a decision or choosing.
    décider
    deliberation
    Process of reflection before making a decision.
    délibération
    option
    Possible choice to consider in a decision.
    option

    Slang Meanings

    The heart-wrenching choice
    This decision is really the heart-wrenching choice between two friends.
    Cette décision, c'est vraiment le choix qui déchire entre deux potes.
    To cut or decide
    He decided, it's settled - we're going for the weekend!
    Il a tranché, c'est décidé - on part en week-end!