decision-making

American  

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

Or decision making or decisionmaking

noun

1. 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.

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Other Word Forms

• decision-maker
  noun

Etymology

Origin of decision-making

First recorded in 1915–20

Example Sentences

See Examples For:

decision-making

Colleagues describe him as a good listener who is personable in private meetings, and measured in his decision-making.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026

The Election Commission has defended its way of working and said in a statement that "differing views" were part of the "decision-making process" and that all the decisions were taken unanimously.

From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026

Despite the quarterback’s struggles — and coach Jim Harbaugh criticizing Herbert’s decision-making — McDaniel says he feels he has a better grasp on what is needed to help Herbert thrive.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

In places like Philadelphia, which used to be a refining hub, the economics of refining no longer work, particularly for an industry that measures decision-making payoffs in decades rather than years.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 1, 2026

I’m not sure if it’s because of adrenaline or just plain bad decision-making, but I decide I’m not going to let this thing beat us.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer

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