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determined

Meanings
  • adjective

    having made a firm decision and being resolved not to change it.

    - "After careful consideration, she made a determined effort to lose weight."
    - "Despite the challenges, the team was determined to win the championship."
  • adjective

    having a definite or fixed character or nature.

    - "He was a determined and focused individual."
    - "The new manager was determined to bring about change."
Pronunciation




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  2. /dɪˈtɜːmɪnd/



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  3. /dɪˈtɝmɪnd/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with determined
ermin , germain , hermin , termain
Homonyms
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  1. determiner (English) : a word that helps to identify or classify other words

  2. determinant (English) : a number, value, or function that determines the value of another number or function

Homophones
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  1. hymn, him, he'm

Variants
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determined , determinedly , determinedness , determinednesses , determine , determines , determining , self-determined , bound and determined
Forms
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determines, determining, determinedly

Etymology
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From Old French 'determiner', meaning 'to establish, settle, determine'.

Trivia
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  1. The word 'determined' appears approximately 1,600 times in books in Project Gutenberg.

  2. In mathematics, a determinant is a special number that can be calculated from a square matrix.

  3. The term 'determined' was first used in English in the 15th century.

Related Concepts
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  1. resilience: The ability to recover from difficulties; toughness.

  2. perseverance: Persisting in an idea, purpose, or task despite obstacles, difficulties, or discouragement.

Culture
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In literature, 'determined' is often used to describe characters who are resolute and unwavering in their goals. In art, the concept of determination is often depicted through images of individuals overcoming obstacles or persevering through adversity.

How to Memorize "determined"

  1. visualize

    - Close your eyes and imagine a person with a strong, determined expression on their face.
    - Visualize the word 'determined' written out in bold letters.
    - Picture a tree with deep roots, symbolizing the stability and resolve of the word.

  2. associate

    - Think of the word 'determined' as being related to the words 'resilient' and 'unwavering'.
    - Associate the word with images of individuals overcoming challenges and achieving their goals.
    - Link the word to the idea of making a firm decision and sticking to it.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the word 'determined' by associating it with the phrase 'Don't Ever Give Up, Make It Happen'.
    - Create a mental image of a person with a 'Determined' sign on their chest.
    - Use the acronym DETERMINED to remember the meanings: Decisive, Efficient, Tenacious, Effective, Resolute, Motivated, Inspiring, Nurturing, Determined.

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