decision-making

[dih-sizh-uhn-mey-king] / dɪˈsɪʒ ənˌmeɪ kɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

executive

Synonyms

STRONGEST

managerial

STRONG

governing ruling

WEAK

controlling directing managing

Antonyms

STRONG

subordinate

ADJECTIVE

responsible

Synonyms

STRONGEST

answerable culpable guilty liable pledged subject

WEAK

at fault at the helm authoritative bonded bound bound to carrying the load censurable chargeable compelled constrained contracted devolving on duty-bound engaged executive exposed fettered hampered held high in authority in control incumbent minding the store obligated obliged on the hook open susceptive sworn to tied to blame under contract under obligation

Antonyms

STRONGEST

innocent right unaccountable

WEAK

excused exempt free immature immune irresponsible untrustworthy

Example Sentences

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While bouncing between the G League and the NBA, James worked with coaches on developing his shooting confidence, quick decision-making and defensive ability.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

Edith Roosevelt didn’t engage in public declarations but placed herself at the physical nexus of decision-making.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

They believe this is "devolution with a purpose" from a leader who understands what can be done when decision-making leaves London.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

Digital health records, artificial-intelligence tools and shared decision-making are essential steps along the path to making this vision of personalized, affordable, high-quality care a reality — but they’re not enough.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 27, 2026

Paul had developed her organization without support from the national board, and she wasn’t eager to hand over the bank account and her decision-making power.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling

decision-making

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