decided

• Qui est net, précis et sans ambiguïté ; se dit aussi d'une personne ferme et résolue dans ses actions ou ses opinions.

Describes something that is clear, definite, or unmistakable; also used to describe a person who is firm and resolute in their actions or opinions.

1. Clear and unmistakableB2formal

   Very clear, definite, and beyond any doubt.

   clair et net

   • There was a decided improvement in her health after the treatment.
   • He showed a decided lack of interest in the discussion.
   • The team has a decided advantage over their opponents.

   Synonymesclear-cutdefinitedistinctevidentmarkedobviouspronouncedunmistakable

   Antonymesambiguousequivocalindefiniteuncertainunclear

2. Resolute and determinedB2formal

   Having a firm and unwavering opinion or intention.

   résolu et déterminé

   • She was decided in her refusal to accept the offer.
   • He spoke with a decided tone of authority.
   • The committee was decided on the new policy.

   Synonymesdeterminedemphaticfirmresoluteresolvedstrong-willedunhesitatingunwavering

   Antonymesfalteringindecisiveirresoluteundecidedvacillatingwavering

• Verbe désignant le processus de prendre une décision ou de porter un jugement après avoir examiné les options.

A verb used to indicate the act of making a choice or judgment after considering options.

1. A2formal

   To make a choice or judgment after considering options.

   Décider (faire un choix)

   • We need to decide what to do next.
   • She decided to study medicine.
   • He couldn't decide between the two jobs.

   Synonymeschooseconcludedetermineelectoptresolveselectsettle

   Antonymesditherequivocatehesitatevacillatewaver

2. Resolve or settleB1formal

   To settle or determine an issue or dispute.

   trancher

   • The judge decided the case in favor of the plaintiff.
   • They decided the matter at the meeting.
   • The committee decided on the new policy.

   Synonymesadjudicatearbitrateconcludedetermineresolverulesettle

   Antonymesvacillatewaver

3. Determine or causeB2formal

   To cause something to happen or be a particular way.

   Déterminer ou causer

   • The weather decided the outcome of the game.
   • Her speech decided the vote.
   • Fate decided their meeting was inevitable.

   Synonymesconditioncontroldeterminedictategoverninfluenceregulateshape