Decided
dɪˈsaɪdɪd
Definitions
To reach a resolution or conclusion after considering options; to determine.
dɪˈsaɪdɪd
To have made a decision or reached a conclusion.
I decided to go to the park.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're at a restaurant with tons of tasty things on the menu. 'Decided' means you finally picked what you want to eat after thinking about it.
👶 For kids: When you have to pick something after thinking about it, like which toy to play with.
More Examples
She decided against buying the car.
They decided on a plan of action.
After much deliberation, they decided the case in favor of the plaintiff.
How It's Used
"The jury decided the case."
"The company decided to invest in new technology."
From Middle English *deciden*, from Old French *décider* (“to decide, determine”), from Latin *dēcīdere* (“to cut off, decide”), from *dē-* (“off, away”) + *caedere* (“to cut”).
The word has been in use since the 14th century, evolving from the Latin *dēcīdere*.
Memory tip
Think of 'side' - you have to choose a side.