beschlossen
Translation
decided, resolved, agreed upon, settled
Examples
Das ist eine beschlossene Sache.
That is a settled matter.
Die beschlossenen Maßnahmen treten sofort in Kraft.
The decided measures take effect immediately.
Grammar Patterns
to be a settled matter ...sein eine beschlossene Sache. That is a settled matter.
Similar Words
Synonyms: entschieden, festgelegt; Antonyms: offen (open), unentschieden (undecided)
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'beschließen' (to decide), which is formed from 'be-' and 'schließen' (to close). It signifies that a matter has been 'closed' or concluded.
Memory Tips
Imagine a case file being stamped and 'geschlossen' (closed). The case is now 'beschlossen' (resolved).