Meaning of the word determine in English

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determine

US /dɪˈtɝː.mɪn/

UK /dɪˈtɜː.mɪn/

cause (something) to occur in a particular way; be the decisive factor in

Example:

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The success of the project will determine our future.

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Your attitude can determine your outcome.

Synonym:

decide control govern regulate direct

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

Example:

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Scientists are trying to determine the cause of the disease.

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We need to determine the exact number of participants.

Synonym:

ascertain establish discover find out verify

Related Word:

determined determination determiner