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adjective
- 1. having made a firm decision and being resolved not to change it: "Alina was determined to be heard" Similar
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DETERMINED definition: 1. wanting to do something very much and not allowing anyone or any difficulties to stop you: 2…. Learn more.
Synonyms for DETERMINED: resolute, intent, decisive, resolved, confident, bound, positive, firm; Antonyms of DETERMINED: undetermined, hesitant, unresolved, uncertain, indecisive, faltering, doubtful, unsure.
The meaning of DETERMINED is having reached a decision : firmly resolved. How to use determined in a sentence.
to find out or make certain facts or information: The police never actually determined the cause of death. [ + question word ] I can’t determine why your phone isn’t working. [ + that clause ] The investigation determined that the death was accidental.
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Definition of determined adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Determined means firmly set in one’s decision or course of action, especially with the aim of achieving a particular goal. Someone who’s determined to do something is extremely motivated and unlikely to quit or change their mind.
determine implies fixing the identity, character, scope, or direction of something. determined the cause of the problem. settle implies a decision reached by someone with power to end all dispute or uncertainty. the dean's decision settled the campus alcohol policy.
adjective [oft ADJECTIVE to-infinitive] If you are determined to do something, you have made a firm decision to do it and will not let anything stop you. His enemies are determined to ruin him. She is a remarkably adroit and determined politician. He made determined efforts to overcome the scandal.
To be determined is to be motivated, driven, or really focused on the task at hand — and that can be something as big as winning a prize or as small as fixing a squeaky door. No matter the task, the folks who get the job done are almost always the most determined. Determined can also mean "decided."
