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/deθiˈsjon/ ES
/desiˈsjon/ MX
Translation
decision, choice
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Word origin
From Latin decisio ('a decision'), from decidere ('to decide'), literally 'to cut off' (de- plus caedere, 'to cut').
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- decisio
- English cognates
- decision, decisive
Grammar
Examples
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You need to make a decision before it is too late.
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It was a difficult but necessary decision for everyone.
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The judge's decision surprised the whole courtroom.
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Making a decision without thinking it through always ends badly.
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We will support any decision the team makes.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 8, lesson 11: decisión, aire, disculpa and 6 more words.