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determination

/dɪˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃən/

Meanings
  • noun

    The quality or feeling of being resolved or unfaltering in a course of action.

    - "Her determination to finish the marathon despite injury was inspiring."
    - "The success of the project depended on everyone's determination."

Pronunciation




  1. Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2100372"

Rhymes
Words rhyming with determination
termination , frustration , collision , obsession
Variants
List of all variants of determination that leads to same result
determination , determinations , self-determination , self-determinations
Forms
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determinations, determinedly, more determined, least determined


Etymology
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From the Middle English word 'determen' meaning 'to establish definitely', from the Latin 'determinare', 'to make firm or settle'.


Trivia
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  1. Determination is a key component of emotional intelligence.

  2. The term 'determination' is often used in psychology and education to describe a person's motivation and focus.


Related Concepts
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  1. perseverance: The ability to continue in the face of difficulty or opposition.

  2. resilience: The ability to recover quickly from difficult experiences.


Culture
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Determination is a common theme in literature, particularly in stories about overcoming adversity. It is also a popular concept in self-help and motivational speaking.

How to Memorize "determination"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person with a firm jaw, steely gaze, and unwavering resolve.

  2. associate

    - Think of the word 'determination' as related to the word 'resolve' or 'tenacity'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the phrase 'Determined to succeed' to help remember the meaning.


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