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determine

Definition for determine

verb as in conclude, decide

Strongest matches

complete, regulate, resolve, rule

Strong matches

actuate, arbitrate, cinch, clinch, dispose, drive, end, figure, finish, halt, impel, incline, induce, move, opt, ordain, persuade, predispose, settle, tap, terminate

Weak matches

call the shots, fix upon, nail down, pin down, take a decision, ultimate, wind up, wrap up

verb as in discover, find out

Strongest matches

ascertain, check, demonstrate, detect, establish, figure out, learn, see, tell, verify, work out

Strong matches

certify, divine, figure, hear, tumble, unearth

Weak matches

add up to, boil down to, catch on, have a hunch, make out, size up

verb as in choose, decide

Strongest matches

elect, establish, fix, resolve

Strong matches

destine, doom, fate, finger, foreordain, predestine, predetermine, preform, preordain, purpose, settle

Weak match

verb as in dictate, govern, regulate

Strongest matches

affect, control, decide, impose, influence, limit, measure, rule, shape

Strong matches

bound, circumscribe, command, condition, delimit, devise, direct, impel, incline, induce, invent, lead, manage, modify, plot

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Example Sentences

The problem is, fire science research has yet to determine how close is too close.

From Los Angeles Times

California currently uses three tests to determine whether solid waste is hazardous.

From Los Angeles Times

Lightbody said he felt "less fragile now" and was determined not to waste any days.

From BBC

“We have increased surveillance of our sites and are determined to bring the responsible parties to justice.”

From Los Angeles Times

So whilst I am so badly damaged, I am determined to see what my future is, surrounded by so many amazing people.

From BBC

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When To Use

What are other ways to say determine?

To determine is to arrive at a conclusion after reasoning or observation: He determined that there was no available path to victory. To resolve is to show firmness of purpose: He resolved to ask for a promotion. To decide is to make up one’s mind as to what shall be done and the way to do it: He decided to go today.

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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