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de·ter·mi·na·tion (dē tʉr′mi nā′s̸hən, di-)

noun

  1. a determining or being determined (in all senses of the verb)
  2. a decision arrived at by thought and investigation; conclusion
  3. a firm intention
  4. the quality of being resolute; firmness of purpose
  5. Law the ending of an estate or of an interest or right in property

Etymology: L determinatio

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determination Synonyms

determination

n.

  1. The act of determining

    ascertainment, perception, measurement, resolution; see judgment 2, 3.

  2. Firmness of mind

    resolution, resoluteness, persistence, certainty, dogmatism, stubbornness, obstinacy, resolve, certitude, decision, assurance, conviction, purpose, intrepidity, boldness, fixity of purpose, hardihood, tenacity, courage, independence, self-confidence, purposefulness, coolness, fortitude, constancy, steadfastness, self-assurance, firmness, dauntlessness, self-reliance, nerve, heart, bravery, fearlessness, valor, intransigence, will, willpower, firmness of purpose, single-mindedness, energy, vigor, stamina, perseverance, strength of will, undauntedness, brave front, bold front, stout heart, mettle, firm faith, enterprise, drive, doggedness, backbone, guts*, spunk*, grit*, pluck*, a stiff upper lip*; see also confidence 2.

    Antonyms hesitation*, vacillation*, irresolution.


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determination Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • appeal: They should have reissued the notices of determination to the liquidator ( paragraph 7.4 ) and sought a valid determination of the open appeals.

Possessives

  • adjudicator: But the adjudicator's determination is capable of being reopened in subsequent proceedings.

Converse of object

  • pend: The court served the interim ASBO pending the determination of the application for the full ASBO.

Adjective modifier

  • dogged: That's what's required and a dogged determination to believe in yourself and your project.

Noun used with modifier

  • pre-tenancy: Pre-tenancy determination forms are available from the Customer Accounts section.
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What is character but the determination of incident? What is incident but the illustration of character?

-James, Henry

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