🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

결정적으로

Pronunciation / Transliteration: gyeoljeongjeogeuro

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Decisively/dɪˈsaɪ.sɪv.li/
adverbCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"그녀는 선거에서 결정적으로 이겼다."

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2 senses
As adverb
  1. 1

    In a manner that settles an issue or leads to a definite conclusion.

    "She decisively won the election, leaving no doubt about her leadership."
  2. 2

    In a way that is characterized by firmness or determination.

    "He spoke decisively, ensuring everyone understood his point of view."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'decisively' originates from the Latin root 'decidere', meaning 'to cut off' or 'to determine'. It evolved through Middle English, where it was adapted from the Old French 'decisif', reflecting a shift in meaning towards making clear and firm decisions.

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