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decisive
/dɪˈsaɪsɪv/
adjective
Having the power or quality of deciding a question or controversy; putting an end to contest or controversy; final; conclusive.
"A decisive battle is fatal for one side's war chances"
Marked by promptness and decision.
"A noble instance of this attribute of the decisive character. -J. Foster."
Antonymsindecisive
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