determine

US /dɪˈtɝː.mɪn/
UK /dɪˈtɝː.mɪn/
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1.

决定, 确定

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

:
The success of the project will determine our future.
项目的成功将决定我们的未来。
Your attitude can determine your outcome.
你的态度可以决定你的结果。
2.

确定, 查明

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

:
Scientists are trying to determine the cause of the disease.
科学家们正在努力确定这种疾病的原因。
We need to determine the exact number of participants.
我们需要确定参与者的确切人数。