Synonyms for

Decided

Verb / ˌdɪˈsaɪdɪd / Another word for decided — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make a choice or come to a conclusion after considering different options.

Synonyms & similar words

settle resolve distinct adjudicate decide makeuponesmind determine determined settled resolved chosen concluded elected judged elected opted agreed committed resolved determined settled elected opted agreed determined resolved

Synonyms by register

Formal

determined resolute firm unwavering

Informal

set made up sure clear

Literary

steadfast unflinching adamant

Antonyms

undecided hesitant wavering ambivalent indecisive uncertain irresolute

Common collocations

  • decided advantage
  • decidedly different
  • decidedly not
  • decidedly unusual
  • decidedly positive
  • decidedly negative
  • decidedly better

Word family

noun decision
verb decide
adjective decided
adverb decidedly

Usage note

As an adjective, 'decided' often means 'clear' or 'definite'. It is sometimes confused with 'decisive', which means 'able to make decisions quickly and effectively'.

Example sentences

  1. I decided to eat pizza for dinner.
  2. She decided to go for a walk instead of watching TV.
  3. He decided to buy the blue car instead of the red one.
  4. They decided to have a picnic in the park.
  5. We decided to take a vacation to the beach.

Quotes

  • I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear. - Martin Luther King Jr.
  • In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing. - Theodore Roosevelt
  • I decided long ago never to walk in anyone's shadow; if I fail, or if I succeed at least I did as I believe. - Whitney Houston

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