Meaning of the word decide in English

What does decide mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

decide

US /dɪˈsaɪd/

UK /dɪˈsaɪd/

to make a choice or come to a resolution

Example:

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I need to decide what to wear for the party.

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They decided to go on vacation next month.

Synonym:

choose determine resolve settle conclude

to cause someone to make a choice or come to a resolution

Example:

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The bad weather decided us against going to the beach.

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His strong arguments decided the jury in his favor.

Synonym:

influence persuade convince sway

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decided decide upon