Verbs for Decision-Making

to think about something carefully before making a decision or forming an opinion

I need to consider whether to accept the promotion.

to have a specific weight

The baby elephant weighs over 200 pounds.

to carefully consider all aspects of a situation or decision

I need some time to think the project through before presenting it to the team.

to consider a matter carefully before reaching a decision

I will think the job offer over during the weekend.

to think carefully about different things and choose one of them

He had to decide whether to accept the job offer.

to choose someone or something out of a group of people or things

She carefully picked a ripe apple from the tree.

to decide what we want to have or what is best for us from a group of options

When you go shopping, remember to choose quality over quantity.

to choose someone or something from a group of people or things

The coach carefully selects players for each match based on their skills and performance.

to choose something over something else

Given the tight schedule, she decided to opt for the quicker route to the airport.

to learn of and confirm the facts about something through calculation or research

Scientists regularly determine the chemical composition of substances in the laboratory.

to decide something, after considering all possible alternatives

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

to personally choose someone or something with care and attention

The manager hand-picked the team members for their specific skills and experience.

to pursue or try to achieve something

She decided to go for a promotion by taking on more responsibilities at work.

to choose among a group of people or things

Out of all the puppies, he picked out the one with the white patch on its forehead.

to choose a particular option or course of action

After much deliberation, they finally decided on the location for the company retreat.

to choose something or someone, often after careful consideration

After reviewing the menu, she decided to plump for the vegetarian option.