DECISIVENESS Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

decisiveness

noun

Definition of decisiveness

as in determination

firm or unwavering adherence to one's purpose moved with speed and decisiveness in investigating the charges of the use of excessive force by the police

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Recent Examples of decisiveness The window to capitalize on these moves is narrow, demanding precision and decisiveness. — David Capablanca, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026 Cousins’ decisiveness and awareness are key traits Las Vegas wants Mendoza to observe and learn to emulate. — Sam Warren, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026 Not the product who was named the starter, but just the fact that Florida was willing to settle on one arm, an issue of decisiveness previous coach Billy Napier struggled with two years ago. — Noah White, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026 Black got the start and ran for 33 yards on eight carries, showing the decisiveness and explosiveness the 49ers liked about him during his time helping Indiana win a national championship last season. — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Legal experts say the speed and decisiveness of the Department of Justice’s proposed antitrust settlement with OhioHealth should put other hospitals on notice. — Tara Bannow, STAT, 17 June 2026 The final was 4-0, which undersold its decisiveness. — Dan Greene, New Yorker, 12 June 2026

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Noun

But the investigation is ongoing, and no final determination has been made.

— Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026
Colfax Mayor Caroline McCully said the opening represents the culmination of years of work and determination by people who believed in the project and the community.

— Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of determination

Noun

In emergency decisions, by contrast, the president has a much stronger track record of wins.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Oct. 2026
There was angst among fans about Suamataia being held from the game, followed by blowback for questioning coach Andy Reid’s decision.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of decision

Noun

They were published in a series of articles by German magazine Der Spiegel in November 2018, that gave insight into the City chairman's resolve for a legal battle.

— ABC News, ABC News, 30 Sep. 2026
Chicago has already reduced homicide and overdose rates; the same resolve can now target heart health.

— Garth Walker, Chicago Tribune, 28 Sep. 2026

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