Decisive Factor (Noun)
Meaning
A point or fact or remark that settles something conclusively.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The cost of the project was the decisive factor in our decision to abandon it.
- Her lack of experience was the decisive factor that made the employer hesitant to hire her.
- The new study's findings were the decisive factor in convincing the government to change its policy.
- The team's performance in the playoffs was the decisive factor in their decision to keep the coach.
- The excellent customer reviews were the decisive factor in our decision to choose that restaurant for dinner.