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determine

 

[ dɪˈtəːmɪn ]

Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Verb

mathematics

To ascertain or establish exactly, typically as a result of research or calculation.

Synonyms

ascertain, ascertain, establish

Examples of usage

  • They were able to determine the exact value of the variable.
  • The scientists determined the cause of the phenomenon through experimentation.
Context #2 | Verb

decide

To decide definitely and firmly.

Synonyms

conclude, decide, resolve

Examples of usage

  • After much deliberation, he determined to pursue a career in medicine.
  • She determined that it was time to make a change in her life.
Context #3 | Verb

cause

To establish or ascertain the existence, presence, or fact of.

Synonyms

ascertain, confirm, establish

Examples of usage

  • The investigation determined that foul play was involved.
  • The tests will help determine the cause of the illness.

Translations

Translations of the word "determine" in other languages:

🇵🇹 determinar

🇮🇳 निर्धारित करना

🇩🇪 bestimmen

🇮🇩 menentukan

🇺🇦 визначати

🇵🇱 określić

🇯🇵 決定する (kettei suru)

🇫🇷 déterminer

🇪🇸 determinar

🇹🇷 belirlemek

🇰🇷 결정하다 (gyeoljeonghada)

🇸🇦 يحدد (yuhadid)

🇨🇿 určit

🇸🇰 určiť

🇨🇳 确定 (quèdìng)

🇸🇮 določiti

🇮🇸 ákveða

🇰🇿 анықтау

🇬🇪 განსაზღვრა (gansazghvra)

🇦🇿 müəyyənləşdirmək

🇲🇽 determinar

Etymology

The word 'determine' originated from the Latin word 'determinare', which means 'to limit' or 'to fix'. Over time, its meaning evolved to include the act of deciding or establishing something. The word has been in use in the English language since the late 14th century.

See also: determinability, determinable, determination, determined, determinedly, determiner, determinist, indeterminacy, indeterminate, indeterminateness, predetermine, predetermined, undetermined.

Word Frequency Rank

At #734 in the frequency ranking, this word is highly important for effective communication. It's commonly used in daily situations and should be prioritized in your vocabulary building.