Beslissend
Example: Zijn beslissende woorden maakten een groot verschil in de discussie.
Definition
"Beslissend" is an adjective meaning decisive or conclusive, describing something that settles an issue or produces a final outcome. For example, in the phrase 'Zijn beslissende woorden maakten een groot verschil in de discussie,' it refers to words that made a significant, determining impact on the discussion.
Etymology
The Dutch word "beslissend" derives from the verb 'beslissen,' meaning 'to decide.' It combines the prefix 'be-' with 'slissen,' linked to 'slissen' or 'to slit,' symbolizing cutting through doubt to reach a conclusion. Did you know? The root reflects the action of making a clear, final choice.
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"Beslissend" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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