noun ·4 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The state or quality of being decisive. uncountable
2. 2
   the quality of being final or definitely settled wordnet
3. 3
   the trait of resoluteness as evidenced by firmness of character or purpose wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

alacritycommitmentconclusivenessdecisiondedicationdetermination

Antonyms

All antonyms

indecisiveness

Example

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"The fundamental character traits of this woman were pride, decisiveness, and courage."

Etymology

From decisive + -ness.

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