Synonyms for

Decides

Verb / ˌdɪˈsaɪdz / Another word for decides — 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 adjudicate decide makeuponesmind determine determines chooses resolves settles concludes judges opts picks elects selects agrees commits establishes figures fixes names rules votes assumes

Synonyms by register

Formal

determines resolves ascertains

Informal

opts chooses settles on

Literary

decrees ordains

Antonyms

hesitates wavers undecides delays postpones procrastinates

Common collocations

  • decides to
  • decides against
  • decides on
  • decides quickly
  • decides wisely
  • decides firmly
  • decides the fate

Word family

noun decision
verb decide
adjective decisive
adverb decisively

Usage note

The verb 'decide' implies making a choice after consideration. It is often followed by 'to' and an infinitive verb or by 'on' or 'against' with a noun or gerund.

Example sentences

  1. She decides to wear a blue dress to the party.
  2. He decides to study for the test instead of going to the movies.
  3. The group decides to order pizza for dinner.
  4. She can't decide what to order from the menu.
  5. He decides to ask his boss for a raise.

Quotes

  • A person often meets his destiny on the road he took to avoid it. - Jean de La Fontaine
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees opportunity in every difficulty. - Winston Churchill

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