DECISION Synonyms: 98 Similar and Opposite Words

decision

noun

di-ˈsi-zhən

Definition of decision

as in opinion

a position arrived at after consideration after much deliberation, we made a decision about what to have on our pizza

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as in determination

firm or unwavering adherence to one's purpose acted with swift decision

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Recent Examples of decision Both countries—and China—are largely making decisions on the basis of fear and suspicion, not the joint pursuit of nuclear stability. — Jeffrey Lewis, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2026 The Cleveland Browns made their quarterback decision entering the 2026 NFL season, but football fans are still trying to process why Deshaun Watson is getting the Week 1 start against the Jacksonville Jaguars over Shedeur Sanders. — Scott Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 Sep. 2026 That is because awareness and decision quality are not the same thing. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026 The jury requested to be excused for the day hours after telling Judge William Sullivan that it was deadlocked and could not reach a unanimous decision. — Corky Siemaszko, NBC news, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for decision

Recent Examples of Synonyms for decision

Noun

In an unsigned opinion, a majority of the justices said the administration is likely to win its argument that the group suing to stop construction cannot show its been sufficiently harmed.

— Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Capricorn December 22 – January 19 Someone close to you may arrive with urgency, opinions, and absolutely no interest in waiting.

— Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of opinion

Noun

The conference said its rule would apply independently of the status of NCAA eligibility determinations.

— Aaron Beard, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
In his ruling Gayles rejected the government’s argument that Vorbe could be held in mandatory detention without a bond hearing simply because of Rubio’s determination in a letter.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of determination

Noun

Shortly after hearing the verdict, Shakur’s sister, Sekyiwa, embraced a man seated behind her and wiped her eyes with a tissue, according to a live feed of the proceeding from The Associated Press.

— Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 1 Sep. 2026
Rahmani says if the jury still can’t reach a verdict, Sullivan will have no choice but to declare a mistrial.

— Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of verdict

Noun

Black got the start and ran for 33 yards on eight carries, showing the decisiveness and explosiveness the 49ers liked about him during his time helping Indiana win a national championship last season.

— Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 21 Aug. 2026
At times, Arsenal have lacked the decisiveness to move players on, even when the timing is uncomfortable.

— Kaya Kaynak, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of decisiveness

Noun

Despite the lack of outward signs in Ocean Springs, Nolan’s death has come to mean different things to different people and a lack of answers from authorities has left residents drawing their own conclusions about the circumstances of his death.

— Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
Trump faces mounting pressure to address high gas prices as the war in Iran on Friday reached a six-month milestone with no conclusion in sight.

— Aamer Madhani, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of conclusion

Noun

His periodic fireside chats were broadcast on the radio and captivated the nation with their warmth, clarity and resolve.

— John T. Shaw, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Ukraine, for its part, has pursued long-range drone strikes on Russian oil refineries and logistics hubs, seeking to raise the cost of the war for Moscow and test President Vladimir Putin's resolve after more than four-and-a-half years of conflict.

— Sam Meredith, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026

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