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decision

Pronunciation: /dɪˈsɪʒ(ə)n/

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Definition of decision

noun

  • a conclusion or resolution reached after consideration:I’ll make the decision on my own the editor’s decision is final
  • [mass noun] the action or process of deciding something or of resolving a question:the information was used as the basis for decision
  • [mass noun] the ability or tendency to make decisions quickly; decisiveness:she was a woman of decision

Origin:

late Middle English: from Latin decisio(n-), from decidere 'determine' (see decide)

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