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decisions

NOUN

conclusion; resolution reached

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accord agreement arrangement choice compromise determination finding judgment opinion outcome resolution result ruling selection settlement verdict

STRONG

accommodation adjudication adjustment arbitration declaration end prearrangement preference reconciliation sentence showdown understanding

WEAK

adjudicature the call the nod

Antonyms

STRONGEST

beginning cause disagreement dissension indecision refusal source

WEAK

deferment deferral delay indefiniteness indetermination postponement procrastination wavering

NOUN

strength of mind or will

Synonyms

STRONGEST

determination resolution

STRONG

backbone decisiveness doggedness earnestness firmness fortitude grit obstinacy obstinance perseverance persistence pluck purpose purposefulness resoluteness resolve seriousness spine stubbornness volition will

WEAK

decidedness iron will purposiveness will power

Antonyms

STRONG

cowardice flexibility idleness indolence irresolution unimportance weakness

WEAK

deferment deferral delay indecision indefiniteness indetermination postponement procrastination wavering

Example Sentences

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With average gas prices above $4.50 a gallon, retailers’ pricing decisions will indicate consumer financial health.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

A few private companies are making fast-moving, technically complex decisions that carry significant public consequences.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Channel 4 had said decisions were taken on a "case by case" basis, taking into account the information available at the time.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

The Better Medicare Alliance, the industry trade group for Medicare Advantage, said health insurance is one of the biggest decisions older adults make, and the choices in the Medicare program keep growing.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

“Put yourself in a position to make your own decisions, Lizzie.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin