Main Entry:

de·ci·sive

Pronunciation:

\di-ˈsī-siv\

Function:

adjective

Date:

1611

1 : having the power or quality of deciding <a decisive battle> 2 : resolute, determined <a decisive manner> 3 : unmistakable, unquestionable <a decisive superiority>

synonyms see conclusive

— de·ci·sive·ly adverb

— de·ci·sive·ness noun