determinant
US /dɪˈtɝː.mɪ.nənt/
UK /dɪˈtɝː.mɪ.nənt/

名词
1.
决定因素, 决定性因素
a factor that decisively affects the nature or outcome of something
示例:
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Hard work is a key determinant of success.
努力工作是成功的关键决定因素。
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Economic factors are often major determinants in election results.
经济因素往往是选举结果的主要决定因素。
2.
行列式 (数学)
a quantity obtained by the addition of products of the elements of a square matrix according to a given rule
示例:
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The determinant of a 2x2 matrix is calculated as ad - bc.
2x2矩阵的行列式计算为ad - bc。
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Calculating the determinant is essential for solving systems of linear equations.
计算行列式对于求解线性方程组至关重要。
形容词
1.
决定性的, 决定作用的
serving to determine or decide something
示例:
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The final exam will be the determinant factor in your grade.
期末考试将是您成绩的决定性因素。
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His early experiences were determinant in shaping his career path.
他的早期经历对塑造他的职业道路起到了决定性作用。
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