decided

[dɪˈsaɪdɪd]

decided Definition

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

Synonyms for decided

• determined
• resolute
• unwavering
• unyielding
• conclusive

Antonyms for decided

• undecided
• uncertain
• indecisive

Phrases with decided

• a decided improvement

  a significant and noticeable improvement

  Example

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

• a decided victory

  a clear and decisive win

  Example

  The team celebrated their decided victory over their rivals.

• make a decided effort

  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.