the act or process of deciding; determination, as of a question or doubt, by making a judgment

They must make a decision between these two contestants.

the act of or need for making up one's mind

This is a difficult decision.

something that is decided; resolution

He made a poor decision.

a judgment, as one formally pronounced by a court.

the quality of being decided; firmness

He spoke with decision.

the final score in any sport or contest

The decision was 5 to 4 in favor of the home team.

Boxing . the awarding of a victory in a match not decided by a knockout or technical knockout, usually through a vote of the referee and judges.

Boxing . to win a victory over (one's opponent) by a point score rather than a knockout.

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deferment , deferral , delay , indecision , postponement , indefiniteness , indetermination , procrastination , wavering , irresolution , vacillation

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