to determine
Pronunciation
/dɪˈtɝːmɪn/
/dɪˈtɜːmɪn/

Definition & Meaning of "determine"in English

to determine
01

to learn of and confirm the facts about something through calculation or research

Transitive: to determine a fact
to determine definition and meaning
Examples
Scientists regularly determine the chemical composition of substances in the laboratory.
02

to decide on something after careful consideration

Transitive: to determine sth | to determine that
to determine definition and meaning
Examples
After evaluating the options, she will determine the most cost-effective solution for the company.
03

to make a decision or reach a conclusion after thinking or considering the options

Intransitive: to determine on sth
to determine definition and meaning
Examples
It took him a while, but he eventually determined on the perfect gift.
04

to establish or decide the nature, shape, or future of something in advance

Transitive: to determine an outcome
Examples
The environment often determines the growth patterns of a plant.
05

to settle or establish something with finality and authority

Transitive: to determine sth
Examples
The committee will determine the winner of the competition.
06

to calculate or define the exact value, position, or form of a mathematical or geometrical object

Transitive: to determine a mathematical or geometrical value
Examples
To solve the problem, we need to determine the intersection of the two lines.
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