determine

/dɪtˈɜːmɪn/

/dəˈtɝmən/, /dɪˈtɝmən/

[verb]

to determine

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

reach, make, or come to a decision about something

synonyms : decide

make up one's mind

to find out and confirm the facts about something through calculation or research

synonyms : ascertain

find

find out

shape or influence; give direction to

synonyms : influence

mold

regulate

shape

fix conclusively or authoritatively

synonyms : set

decide upon or fix definitely

synonyms : define

fix in scope; fix the boundaries of

settle conclusively; come to terms

synonyms : settle

square off

square up

find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort

synonyms : ascertain

Examples

1. The final game of the season will determine the champion.

2. She was really determined.

3. The forensic investigator examined the skull to determine the cause of death.

4. He is consulting his zodiacal chart to determine his compatibility with different signs.

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