firm decision — clear final choice
collocationB1IELTS 5+neutraloccasional
A firm decision is a choice that someone has made with confidence and is not likely to change.
Say it like a native
Textbook I have arrived at an unwavering resolution.
Native I've made a firm decision.
'Unwavering resolution' is formal; 'firm decision' is the natural phrase.
Pattern: make/take/reach a firm decision (about/on something)
In use
- After thinking it over for days, she finally made a firm decision to move abroad.daily life
- In my opinion, making a firm decision is important when choosing a university, because it helps you stay focused and avoid second-guessing yourself.IELTS speaking
Common mistake
✗ I made a firm decision of leaving.
✓ I made a firm decision to leave.
'Decision TO + verb'.
Common collocations
firm decision— make a, a, reach a, no
Don't confuse it
Unlike a 'temporary decision' or a 'tentative decision', a 'firm decision' means you are sure and will not change your mind.