decisive

Meaning

1. Having the power or quality of deciding a question or controversy; putting an end to contest or controversy; final; conclusive.
2. Decided; definite; incontrovertible.
3. Marked by promptness and decision.

Synonyms

conclusive

resolute

final

determined

crucial

definitive

definite

critical

‼️

deciding

firm

determinative

convincing

positive

determining

determinant

fateful

decided

categorical

absolute

assertive

peremptory

resolved

sharp

unhesitating

demonstrative

closing

clinching

casting

brave

drastic

emphatic

explicit

bold

fearless

black and white

apocalyptical

flat-footed

importance

indisputable

last-ditch

latest

word-final

persist

pivotal

apocalyptic

predicative

preponderating

purposive

quick

affirmative

Translations

décisif

decisivo

entscheidend

beslissend

decisivo

decisivo

αποφασιστικός

ausschlaggebend

decisiu

finaal

cruciaal

حاسم

entschlossen

decisorio

déterminant

Pronounced as (IPA)

/dɪˈsaɪsɪv/

Etymology

From Middle French décisif, equivalent to decide + -ive.