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

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Etymology

Origin of decision-making

First recorded in 1915–20

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Example Sentences

See Examples For:

decision-making

Can they, under more pressure - because they are going to face more pressure, particularly against New Zealand - still maintain that discipline and decision-making?

From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026

People with these conditions showed changes in the posterior cingulate cortex, a brain region involved in motivation, decision-making, and the regulation of emotions.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 8, 2026

Such moves also fueled speculation over whom Xi may elevate into the 20-plus member Politburo and its Standing Committee, the party’s top decision-making body.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026

Zhang Shengmin was promoted to the top decision-making body at the fifth plenum, bringing the number to 22.

From BBC ● Oct. 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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