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decisive

de·ci·sive [ di sssiv ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. settling something: settling or ending something such as a debate, controversy, or contest
a decisive victory

2. able to make definite decisions: showing an ability to make decisions quickly, firmly, and clearly

[Early 17th century. Via French< medieval Latin decisivus< past participle of Latin decidere (see decide)]

de·ci·sive·ly adverb
de·ci·sive·ness noun
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