decision-making

American  

[dih-sizh-uhn-mey-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

A person's posture may subtly affect both emotional state and decision-making, according to new research from McGill University.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 5, 2026

It said Fifa's failure to consult its member associations on the proposals had "exposed fundamental weaknesses in Fifa's consultation and decision-making processes that must now be addressed".

From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026

Colonels represent the Space Force in Pentagon decision-making meetings to which the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps send two-star generals and admirals.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026

The importance of role clarity is especially clear regarding healthcare decision-making.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026

Mom’s big on self-care, and she’s always saying that when you take better care of yourself, you’re more productive, less stressed, and better at decision-making.

From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner

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