Decisively: meaning, definitions and examples

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decisively

[ dɪˈsaɪsɪvli ]

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in a determined and final way

Decisively means in a manner that settles an issue or produces a definite result. It implies making a clear and definite decision or taking a firm and resolute action.

Synonyms

conclusively, definitely, determinedly

Examples of usage

She spoke decisively, ending the debate once and for all.
He acted decisively, putting an end to the uncertainty.

Translations

Translations of the word "decisively" in other languages:

🇵🇹 decisivamente

🇮🇳 निर्णायक रूप से

🇩🇪 entschlossen

🇮🇩 dengan tegas

🇺🇦 рішуче

🇵🇱 decydująco

🇯🇵 決定的に (けっていてきに)

🇫🇷 décisivement

🇪🇸 decisivamente

🇹🇷 kesin olarak

🇰🇷 결정적으로 (gyeoljeongjeogeuro)

🇸🇦 بشكل حاسم (bišakl ḥāsim)

🇨🇿 rozhodně

🇸🇰 rozhodne

🇨🇳 果断地 (guǒduàn de)

🇸🇮 odločno

🇮🇸 ákveðið

🇰🇿 нақты

🇬🇪 გადამწყვეტად (gadamyts'qvetad)

🇦🇿 qətiyyətlə

🇲🇽 decisivamente

Word origin

The word decisively originates from the Latin word 'decisivus', which means 'sufficient to determine a question'. It entered the English language in the early 17th century. The concept of decisiveness has always been valued in various fields, from politics to sports, as it denotes a strong and clear resolution.