decision-making ability

[/dɪˈsɪʒən ˈmeɪkɪŋ əˈbɪləti/]
nounpl: decision-making abilities
capacidade de tomada de decisão
1. The skill or capacity to make choices or determine a course of action, especially in complex or uncertain situations
Strong decision-making ability is essential for effective leadership.
A capacidade de tomada de decisão é essencial para uma liderança eficaz.
2. The competency to analyze information, weigh options, and reach conclusions in a timely manner
Her decision-making ability was tested during the crisis.
Sua capacidade de tomada de decisão foi testada durante a crise.
In Brazilian business culture, decision-making ability is highly valued and often discussed in performance evaluations and leadership development programs. In the USA, this term is frequently used in corporate settings, education, and psychology to assess individual competence and readiness for higher responsibilities.
NYC Slang
the juice to make the call
Synonyms / Sinônimos
decision-making skillsjudgmentdiscernmentcapacity for decision-makingability to make decisions
Antonyms / Antônimos
indecisivenessinability to decidepoor judgmentlack of discernment

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
capacidade de tomada de decisão
Standard formal usage in business and academic contexts
General Brazilian
habilidade de decisão
More concise alternative form
São Paulo
capacidade decisória
Used in corporate and legal environments
Portugal
capacidade de decisão
Slightly different phrasing preferred in European Portuguese

Related Words

critical thinkingproblem-solvingleadershipjudgmentreasoningstrategic thinkingintuition

Related Idioms & Phrases

to have good judgment
to be decisive
to have a head on one's shoulders
to make the call
to read the room
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