deciding

[dih-sahy-ding]

adjective

1. that settles a question or dispute or leads to a final decision; determining; decisive.

   the deciding vote; The weather will be the deciding factor as to whether we have the picnic or not.

Other Word Forms

• decidingly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of deciding¹

First recorded in 1650–60; decide + -ing ²

Example Sentences

After deciding on a foreign destination, it’s best to hire an international-tax adviser who specializes in tax laws in that country.

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While many of us are still deciding what fancy dress to wear for Halloween, celebrities have wasted no time in posting pictures in their elaborate costumes - and the big night hasn't even arrived yet.

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Bullion prices dropped sharply last week, with investors seemingly deciding it was a good time to sell after a stellar run.

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Newby also could promote or demote judges on lower courts, deciding who served as their chiefs and held prestigious committee posts.

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"I've got to give them credit for taking a really difficult situation and deciding to run with their creative vision," she says.

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Related Words

• conclusive 
• decisive