decision-making
|de/ci/sion-mak/ing|
/dɪˈsɪʒ.ən ˌmeɪ.kɪŋ/
choosing
Etymology
'decision-making' originates from the combination of 'decision' and 'making', where 'decision' comes from Latin 'decisio', meaning 'a cutting off', and 'making' is derived from Old English 'macian', meaning 'to create'.
'decision' evolved from the Latin 'decisio', through Old French 'decision', and into the modern English 'decision'. 'Making' evolved from Old English 'macian'.
Initially, 'decision' meant 'a cutting off', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a conclusion or resolution reached'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of making choices or reaching conclusions, especially on important matters.
Effective decision-making is crucial in business management.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41