Making Decisions

the fact of being responsible for what someone does and being able to explain the reasons

The manager emphasized the importance of accountability in the workplace.

an official judgment in court of law that declares someone not guilty of the crime they were charged with

The defendant was relieved to receive an acquittal after a lengthy trial, as the jury found them not guilty of all charges.

someone who makes a formal decision about who is right in an argument or dispute

The adjudicator carefully reviewed the evidence before making a final ruling.

the faculty to use free will and make decisions

She chose to pursue a career in art of her own volition, following her passion rather than external pressures.

to reject or prohibit a decision, proposal, or action

The president has the authority to veto a bill passed by the legislature, preventing it from becoming law.

an official decision made by the jury in a court after the legal proceedings

The jury reached an unanimous verdict of guilty after deliberating for several hours.

an unfair prejudice or bias toward an individual, group of people, etc.

The judge was criticized for showing partiality during the trial.

to bend from a straight position typically to rest the body against something for support

Feeling tired after the hike, she decided to lean against the tree to catch her breath.

a deep feeling of anger and dislike toward someone because of what they did in the past

She still held a grudge against her colleague for taking credit for her work.

the idea that human beings have the agency to decide independently without being controlled by any outside influences

She believes in free will and makes decisions based on her own values.

a situation that is difficult because a choice must be made between two or more options that are equally important

She faced a dilemma when she had to choose between attending her best friend's wedding and a critical work presentation.

done on purpose

His deliberate choice of words conveyed a sense of seriousness.

to decide something, after considering all possible alternatives

After much deliberation, she settled on a color for the living room walls.

to start to dislike someone or something

I don't know why, but she seemed to take against me from the moment we met.

(of a group) fully in agreement on something

The committee was unanimous in approving the new budget.

to consider a matter carefully before reaching a decision

I will think the job offer over during the weekend.

to avoid dealing with something, such as a responsibility or an issue

He always puts off doing his homework until the last minute.

(of a person) having difficulty making choices or decisions, often due to fear, lack of confidence, or overthinking

She's so indecisive that it takes her hours to choose what to wear each morning.

capable of quickly grasping complex topics and offer clear and insightful perspectives

His incisive vision allows him to see beyond the surface, uncovering deeper meanings and unveiling hidden truths.

(of a person) overly particular about small details, making one challenging to please

The finicky eater refused to eat anything that wasn't prepared exactly to their liking.

to specify that something needs to be done or how it should be done, especially as part of an agreement

The contract stipulates that the payment must be made within 30 days of the invoice date.

(of a rule, process, etc.) strictly followed or applied

The school has a rigorous dress code that all students must follow.

the fact of complying with a command, order, impulse, etc. or following someone's rules and beliefs

Her strict adherence to the company's policies earned her a promotion.

something that is required as a precondition for something else following

A bachelor's degree is a prerequisite for admission to the master's program.

aiming to provide advice and suggestions

The government issued a travel advisory warning citizens about potential risks in certain regions.

to take action to continue with a task or situation

After receiving approval, they decided to act on the construction project immediately.

to speak positively about someone or something and suggest their suitability

The doctor commended the new treatment to her patients for its effectiveness in managing chronic pain.

to be attentive to advice or a warning

It's important to heed the advice of experienced hikers when trekking in unfamiliar terrain.

to suggest something in an indirect manner

During the discussion, she insinuated that her colleague was taking credit for her ideas without directly accusing him.

to show, point out, or suggest the existence, presence, or nature of something

The thermometer indicates that the temperature is rising.

suggesting something without directly stating it

His implicit approval was evident from the nod of his head.

not recommended to do based on the particular situation

Accepting that job offer would be inadvisable since you've only just started your current role.

to suggest or assume the existence or truth of something as a basis for reasoning, discussion, or belief

Philosophers often postulate hypothetical scenarios to explore the limits of moral reasoning.

to encourage someone to do or say something

The teacher used thought-provoking questions to prompt students to participate actively in class discussions.

to put an idea, proposition, theory, etc. forward for further consideration

The scientist propounded a new theory to explain the phenomenon observed in the experiment.

to perceive something as a sign that indicates the occurrence of something good or evil

The sudden appearance of black cats was believed to prefigure bad luck in the old superstitions.