To decide
Example: She decides what to eat for dinner
Definition
"To decide" means to make a choice or come to a conclusion after considering options or information. It involves selecting a specific course of action or opinion, often requiring thought or judgment. For example, she decides what to eat for dinner by weighing her preferences.
Etymology
The verb "to decide" originates from the Latin word 'decidere,' which means 'to cut off' or 'to determine.' This reflects the idea of cutting off other options to reach a conclusion. Did you know that the root 'cidere' relates to cutting, hinting at how decisions 'cut through' uncertainty?
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"To decide" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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