determined
en
en
Change language
Translating...
/dɪˈtɜːrmɪnd/
Add to My Dictionary
In My Dictionary
+1
Firmly resolved to achieve something.
Examples
His role in the project was determined early on.
The final score was determined after the last minute goal.
Her determined look told everyone she would not back down.
After the vote, the policy was determined and could not be changed.
Scientists determined the cause of the anomaly.
Similar words
steadfast
decided
dogged
irrevocable
fixed
fixed
persistent
ruled
unwavering
concluded
Meanings
Examples
She was determined to finish the marathon despite the rain.
His determined stance made the opposition think twice.
The team showed a determined effort to win the championship.
Even after the setback, they remained determined to succeed.
Her determined look told everyone she would not back down.
The determined soldier held his ground until help arrived.
Similar words
steadfast
unwavering
persistent
tenacious
dogged
unyielding
resolute
Examples
The date for the conference was determined by the board.
After the vote, the policy was determined and could not be changed.
His role in the project was determined early on.
The final score was determined after the last minute goal.
The budget for next year is determined now.
The outcome of the trial was determined by the jury.
Similar words
fixed
settled
established
resolved
conclusive
final
irrevocable
Examples
The committee determined that the proposal met all criteria.
The judge determined the sentence after reviewing the evidence.
Scientists determined the cause of the anomaly.
The survey determined that most users preferred the new layout.
After testing, engineers determined the material was unsuitable.
The auditor determined that the accounts were accurate.
Similar words
decided
concluded
settled
adjudicated
ruled
established
fixed
FAQ
What does determined mean?
It means firmly resolved to achieve something.
How is determined used as an adjective meaning resolute?
It describes someone who shows firm purpose and won’t give up, i.e., resolute.
What does determined mean when it describes something settled?
It means having been fixed or settled, i.e., decided.
How do you use determined as a verb?
It is the past tense of determine, meaning to decide or settle something.
What is the past tense form of determine?
The past tense form is determined.
What is the past participle of determine?
The past participle form is also determined.
What are synonyms for determined in the sense of being resolute?
Synonyms include steadfast, unwavering, persistent, tenacious, dogged, unyielding, and resolute.
Comments & contributions
Know this word from another angle? Add a correction, a nuance, or a usage note. New posts go public after a quick review.
No comments yet. Be the first to add one.