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decisively

/dɪˈsaɪ.sɪv.li/
de · ci · sive · ly
Adjective:decisive
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• adverb

1

In a manner that settles an issue or produces a definite, unmistakable result.

Example

"The chess grandmaster won the tournament decisively after outplaying her opponent in the final round."

2

Quickly, firmly, and effectively, without hesitation or doubt.

Example

"When the unexpected power outage occurred, the hospital staff acted decisively to switch on the backup generators."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Decisively. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/decisively
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