JLPT N1 Advanced
決する
To formally decide, determine, or settle an outcome.
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1 Verb (transitive)
To decide
To make a conclusive judgment or determination regarding an uncertain matter.
Example
首相 は 、 ついに その 政策 を 実行 する こと を 決した 。
The Prime Minister finally decided to implement that policy.
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2 Verb (intransitive)
To be decided / To be settled
To reach a final settlement or conclusion, particularly regarding a victory or defeat.
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3 Adverb
Never / By no means (as 決して)
Functions as an adverb to emphasize a strong negation or prohibition.
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