decisive
[ dih-sahy-siv ]
/ dɪˈsaɪ sɪv /
adjective
having the power or quality of deciding; putting an end to controversy; crucial or most important: Your argument was the decisive one.
characterized by or displaying no or little hesitation; resolute; determined: The general was known for his decisive manner.
indisputable; definite: a decisive defeat.
unsurpassable; commanding: a decisive lead in the voting.
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decisive
/ (dɪˈsaɪsɪv) /
adjective
influential; conclusivea decisive argument
characterized by the ability to make decisions, esp quickly; resolute
Derived forms of decisive
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