deciding

UK: dɪˈsaɪdɪŋ | US: dɪˈsaɪdɪŋ

Definition

  1. adj. serving to resolve or settle a question

  2. v. (present participle of "decide") making a choice after consideration

Structure
decid <cut off>ing <present participle suffix>decid <cut off>ing <present participle suffix>
Etymology

The word traces back to Latin decidere, where de- (off) and caedere (to cut) combined to mean "to settle by cutting off doubt." Over time, it evolved into Middle English deciden, retaining the core idea of resolution. The -ing suffix marks its role as an adjective or verb form, emphasizing ongoing action or resultant state.

Examples

  1. The deciding factor was the cost of the project.

  2. She is currently deciding between two job offers.

  3. His vote became the deciding one in the election.

  4. The jury spent hours deciding the verdict.

  5. The weather will play a deciding role in our plans.