Definition
- (verb) To resolve (a contest, problem, dispute, etc.); to choose, determine, or settle “Her last-minute goal decided the game.”
- (verb) To make a judgment, especially after deliberation “I have decided that it is healthier to walk to work.”
- (verb) To cause someone to come to a decision
- (verb) To cut off; to separate
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Word stats
- Decides contains 7 letters: 3 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
- It uses 5 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 3.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 11.
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Words starting with DEC
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- decal
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Frequently asked questions
What does Decides mean?
To resolve (a contest, problem, dispute, etc.); to choose, determine, or settle
How many letters are in Decides?
Decides has 7 letters.
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