여러 가지 선택지 중에서 하나를 고르거나 마음을 정하다.
To make a choice or come to a resolution after considering various options.
예문:
"After months of searching, they finally decided to buy the small cottage by the lake."
"I can't decide which dress to wear for the gala tonight."
질문, 분쟁 또는 경기 등에 대해 확정적인 결과를 내어 해결하거나 결말을 짓다.
To settle a question, dispute, or contest by providing a definitive result.
예문:
"A last-minute goal decided the match in favor of the home team."
"The committee's vote will decide the fate of the proposed urban park."
법적 사건이나 분쟁에 대해 공식적인 판결이나 평결을 내리다.
To give a formal judgment or verdict in a legal case or dispute.
예문:
"The Supreme Court decided against the corporation, citing environmental violations."
"The judge will decide the case based on the evidence presented today."
누군가로 하여금 특정한 결정을 내리거나 결론에 도달하게 만들다.
To cause someone to make a specific decision or reach a conclusion.
예문:
"The high cost of maintenance finally decided him to sell his vintage car."
"Her encouraging words decided me to apply for the scholarship."