
decision
/dɪˈsɪʒən/
CEFR level A2Topic ThinkingWord #1344 in the learning path
决定;抉择
Definitions
n. a choice made after considering different possibilities
决定;抉择
Example
Moving closer to work was a good decision.
搬到离工作地点更近的地方是个明智的决定。
Governments should base every major transport decision on reliable evidence and consultation with the communities affected.
政府的每项重大交通决策都应以可靠证据及与受影响社区的协商为基础。
Collocations
- make a decision
- reach a decision
- informed decision
- final decision
Word family
- decide (v.)
- decisive (adj.)
- decisively (adv.)
- indecision (n.)
Synonyms
- choice
Antonyms
- indecision
Usage tip
作决定用make a decision,不用do。
FAQ
- What does decision mean?
- a choice made after considering different possibilities
- How is decision pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈsɪʒən/, US /dɪˈsɪʒən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.