decision
Translation
decision, ruling, verdict
Examples
He made a difficult decision.
He made a difficult decision.
The final decision is yours.
The final decision is yours.
It was a decision to wait.
It was a decision to wait.
Grammar Patterns
((make a ~)) to choose what to do He made a difficult decision.
((a ~ about/on sth.)) a choice about (sth.) We need a decision on this matter.
((a ~ to-inf)) a choice to do (sth.) It was her decision to leave.
Similar Words
Synonyms: choice, judgment, resolution; Antonyms: indecision, hesitation
Etymology
From Latin 'decidere', meaning 'to cut off', from 'de-' (off) + 'caedere' (to cut).
Memory Tips
Think of a decision as 'cutting off' all other options. You choose one path and cut away the others.