decided

[dih-sahy-did]

adjective

1. in no way uncertain or ambiguous; unmistakable; unquestionable.

   a decided victory.

   Synonyms: indubitable, sure, definite, pronounced, certain, positive, indisputable, undeniable

2. free from hesitation or wavering; resolute; determined.

   a decided approach to a problem.

   Synonyms: unhesitating, resolved
   Antonyms: uncertain

decided

/ dɪˈsaɪdɪd /

adjective

1. unmistakable

   a decided improvement

2. determined; resolute

   a girl of decided character

Other Word Forms

• decidedness noun
• decidedly adverb
• predecided adjective
• well-decided adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of decided¹

First recorded in 1780–90; decide + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Seven of the previous eight meetings between these AFC West foes were decided by one score, and the Chiefs won six of those.

From Los Angeles Times

But she eventually decided she needed freedom and space, so I scooped up my splintered heart and moved on.

From Los Angeles Times

The former vice president was often interrupted by protesters during campaign events and the uncommitted movement, a progressive protest campaign aimed at achieving a ceasefire, ultimately decided not to endorse her.

From Salon

The judge said on Friday the killer had "decided to concoct a lie and stage a scene".

From BBC

She will be remembered for that hug with Novotná, her dignity and quiet compassion, and as a reluctant royal, who eventually decided that her true path lay in teaching children to love music.

From BBC

Related Words

• determined 
• distinct 
• pronounced 
• resolved 
• settled 
• sure