decision-making

American

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

Or decision making or decisionmaking

noun

the act or process of making choices or decisions with a group of people, especially in business or politics (often used attributively).

decision-making skills.

Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

decision-maker

noun

Etymology

Origin of decision-making

First recorded in 1915–20

Example Sentences

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Eyes are now turning to the release on Wednesday of US inflation, which could play a key role in the Fed's rate decision-making.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Owning an index fund does not eliminate active decision-making.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

The Labour peer said there were concerns about security as well as the lack of an audit trail for decision-making.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

That ultimately will lead to better decision-making by consumers and businesses, as well as policymakers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Their poor decision-making had tethered Felix Rannells to Benji Porter for the entire day.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty

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