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synonym Comparative
採択
VS
決議

Differences Between "採択" and "決議"

Option A
採択
Meaning
adoption (of a resolution, proposal, policy)
Reading
さいたく (saitaku)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
国連総会で新しい人権決議が採択された。
A new human rights resolution was adopted at the UN General Assembly.
Option B
決議
Meaning
resolution (of an assembly/meeting), vote, decision
Reading
けつぎ (ketsugi)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
国連は新しい経済制裁の決議を採択した。
The UN adopted a resolution for new economic sanctions.

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Which word fits this context: "(adoption (of a resolution, proposal, policy))"?
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使い分け解説:
- 採択: To formally accept and decide to implement a proposal, resolution, or policy, often after a vote. 議案や方針などを審議した後、正式に採用すること。
- 決議: Often used in formal contexts like parliamentary or corporate meetings. Refers to a formal decision made by a group through discussion or vote.
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