Definition of decide

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • decide is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 10
  • decide is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 10
  • decide is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 11

Definition of decide


  • bring to an end; settle conclusively (verb)

    Examples

    1. The case was decided
    2. The judge decided the case in favor of the plaintiff

    Synonyms

    1. adjudicate
    2. resolve
    3. settle
  • reach, make, or come to a decision about something (verb)

    Examples

    1. We finally decided after lengthy deliberations

    Synonyms

    1. determine
    2. make up one's mind
  • cause to decide (verb)

    Examples

    1. This new development finally decided me!
  • influence or determine (verb)

    Examples

    1. The vote in New Hampshire often decides the outcome of the Presidential election

See definition of decide in Merriam Webster