Decisively: meaning, definitions and examples
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decisively
[ dɪˈsaɪsɪvli ]
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.
See also: decidability, decidable, decide, decided, decider, deciding, decision, decisive, decisiveness, indecisive, undecided.