Word
decided
Phoneticsde·cid·ed, stress on the second syllable
US/ˌdɪˈsaɪdɪd/
UK/dɪsˈaɪdɪd/
Definitions
01past action of choosing
A2 · Elementary
v. the past tense of decide; you use this when you have already made a choice.
v. past tense and past participle of 'decide', indicating a choice has been made between alternatives.
“After thinking about it for a week, she finally decided to buy the house.”
“The board of directors decided to postpone the merger until the quarterly financial reports were fully audited and verified by the external team.”
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I have decided for the blue car.
I have decided on the blue car.
When you choose a specific thing, use the preposition 'on', not 'for'.
02clear and definite
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. something that is very clear and easy to see, with no doubt at all.
adj. unmistakable, definite, or unquestionable in nature; often used to describe a difference or an advantage.
“There has been a decided improvement in his grades this semester.”
“The new marketing strategy provided a decided advantage over the competition, resulting in a significant shift in market share within six months.”
03determined
C1 · Advanced Formal
adj. having a strong mind and being sure about what you want to do.
adj. resolute and firm in purpose; showing determination.
Español:decidido
“She is a very decided person who never changes her mind once it is made up.”
“He spoke in a decided tone that left no room for further negotiation or disagreement among the staff.”
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04a person who has chosen
C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Technical
n. a person, such as a voter, who has finally made their choice.
n. a person who has reached a decision, particularly in the context of polling or elections.
“The poll shows that the number of decideds is growing as the election gets closer.”
“Political analysts are focusing less on the decideds and more on the swing voters who remain skeptical of both platforms.”
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Very common
- Level
- A2 · Elementary
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