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adjective · noun

decided

adj. · n.
US /ˌdɪˈsaɪdɪd/ UK /dɪsˈaɪdɪd/ de·cid·ed

  1. 01 B2 Upper Intermediate

    adj.clear and easy to see; something that is certain and not a doubt.

    adj.unmistakable, definite, or unquestionable in nature.

    Simple

    There has been a decided improvement in his health since he started exercising.

    In context

    The new policy resulted in a decided advantage for smaller firms, allowing them to compete more effectively with established industry giants.

  2. 02 C1 Advanced Formal

    adj.having strong feelings and not changing your mind.

    adj.resolute and firm in purpose or opinion.

    Simple

    She is a very decided person who knows exactly what she wants from life.

    In context

    He was a man of decided opinions, rarely swayed by the popular sentiment of the day or the advice of his peers.

  3. 03 C2 Proficiency FormalTechnical

    n.people who have already made their choice, especially in an election.

    n.individuals, particularly voters, who have reached a final decision regarding their choice.

    Simple

    The poll shows that the decideds are split evenly between the two candidates.

    In context

    Political analysts are focusing less on the decideds and more on the shrinking pool of swing voters who might determine the election outcome.

    committed voters
    undecideds

Usage decided to leave · decided to make · decided to create

This entry
Level A2 · Elementary
Frequency Very common
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