English dictionary
determination
nounPronunciation
dɪˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃən
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
noun
- the act of making up your mind about something
noun
- the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose
noun
- deciding or controlling something's outcome or nature
noun
- a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration
Example sentences
the determination of molecular structures
the burden of decision was his
he drew his conclusions quickly
his determination showed in his every movement
he is a man of purpose
the determination of grammatical inflections
a decision unfavorable to the opposition
his conclusion took the evidence into account
satisfied with the panel's determination