decisive

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decisive

(adjective)

Meaning

able to make decisions quickly

Example

"Her decisive actions during the crisis saved many lives."

Synonyms

determinedresolute

Antonyms

indecisivehesitant

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'decisivus', meaning cutting off.
Related word forms
  • verb: decide
  • noun: decision

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