Decide Definition & Meaning
decide
- verb
- reach, make, or come to a decision about something; "We finally decided after lengthy deliberations"
- bring to an end; settle conclusively; "The case was decided"; "The judge decided the case in favor of the plaintiff"; "The father adjudicated when the sons were quarreling over their inheritance"
- cause to decide; "This new development finally decided me!"
- influence or determine; "The vote in New Hampshire often decides the outcome of the Presidential election"
"Decide" in song lyrics
See how decide is used in real songs:
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"Rollin' down the 'ave but I can't decide"
2 Live Crew — We Like to Chill -
"So on this note I'm out, only this will decide"
415 — 415 -
"That's why it's finna be drama, till the day that I decide"
50/50 Twin f/ Trae — I Hold My Own
Words that rhyme with decide
Usage tips for "decide"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "decide" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for decide to find words that pair well.