decisively
1 synonym and 1 antonym for decisively, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — In a way that settles something clearly, or with confidence and no hesitation.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
indecisively
How to use decisively
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
win decisively
act decisively
respond decisively
Etymology
From "decisive" + "-ly."
Full origin of decisively →Frequently asked questions
What does “decisively” mean?
The word “decisively” means in a way that settles something clearly, or with confidence and no hesitation. In plain terms, clearly and confidently, without hesitation.
How do you pronounce “decisively”?
“Decisively” is pronounced dih-SEYE-sihv-lee (/dɪˈsaɪsɪvli/ in IPA).
How do you use “decisively” in a sentence?
Here is “decisively” used in a sentence: “The team won decisively, 5-0.”
What part of speech is “decisively”?
“Decisively” is an adverb.
Is “decisively” a common word?
“Decisively” is an uncommon word in modern English.
