decided

[dɪˈsaɪdɪd]

decided Definition

  • 1having made a firm decision and being unlikely to change it
  • 2clear and definite

Using decided: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "decided" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    After much thought, she was decided on her career path.

  • Example

    The team had a decided advantage over their opponents.

  • Example

    He had a decided preference for spicy food.

  • Example

    The company's new policy had a decided impact on employee morale.

decided Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with decided

  • a significant and noticeable improvement

    Example

    The new software update brought a decided improvement in the system's performance.

  • a clear and decisive win

    Example

    The team celebrated their decided victory over their rivals.

  • to put forth a determined and focused effort

    Example

    She made a decided effort to improve her grades by studying every day.

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Summary: decided in Brief

The term 'decided' [dɪˈsaɪdɪd] describes a firm and unchanging decision or a clear and definite situation. It can be used to express a preference, advantage, or impact, as in 'He had a decided preference for spicy food.' 'Decided' is often used in phrases like 'a decided improvement,' indicating a significant change, and 'make a decided effort,' meaning to put forth a determined and focused effort.

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