decisive in Dutch

decisive in Dutch is doorslaggevend, afdoend, beslissend — decisive means settling an issue conclusively; producing a clear result.

decisive in Dutch

doorslaggevend

adj

Having the power or quality of deciding a question or controversy; putting an end to contest or controversy; final; conclusive.

afdoend

adj

Having the power or quality of deciding a question or controversy; putting an end to contest or controversy; final; conclusive.

beslissend

adj

Having the power or quality of deciding a question or controversy; putting an end to contest or controversy; final; conclusive.

beslist

adj

Marked by promptness and decision.

besluitvaardig

adj

Marked by promptness and decision.

What does "decisive" mean?

adj Settling an issue conclusively; producing a clear result.
"Her goal in the final minute was decisive and won the match."
adj Able to make decisions quickly and confidently.
"Be decisive when the waiter asks for your order."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

decisive in a sentence

Her goal in the final minute was decisive and won the match.
The test gave decisive proof that the new method worked.
Be decisive when the waiter asks for your order.
He is a decisive leader who never wastes time doubting himself.

Similar words in Dutch

conclusive critical determined positive resolute

Common Dutch translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "decisive" in Dutch?

"decisive" in Dutch is doorslaggevend, afdoend, beslissend. decisive means: Settling an issue conclusively; producing a clear result.

How do you use "decisive" in a sentence?

Example: "Her goal in the final minute was decisive and won the match." In Dutch, "decisive" is doorslaggevend, afdoend, beslissend.

Are there other ways to say "decisive" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 5 translations listed for "decisive": doorslaggevend, afdoend, beslissend, beslist, besluitvaardig.

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