01 a. Having the power or quality of deciding a question or controversy; putting an end to contest or controversy; final; conclusive.
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Having the power or quality of deciding a question or controversy; putting an end to contest or controversy; final; conclusive.
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Marked by promptness and decision.“A noble instance of this attribute of the decisive character.” — J. Foster.
Syn.
Decided; positive; conclusive. See Decided.