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determination

The correct spelling is determination.

How to pronounce determination

/dɪˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃən/
noun

IPA: /dɪˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃən/

Say it like: Det-erm-ina-sho-n

The correct spelling is determination. The act of determining, or the state of being determined. For example: "Through sheer determination, we managed to escape from the tornado."

Usage Examples

Through sheer determination, we managed to escape from the tornado.

a determination of blood to the head

the determination of the level of salt in sea water

Definition

noun

  1. 1.The act of determining, or the state of being determined.
  2. 2.Bringing to an end; termination; limit.
  3. 3.Direction or tendency to a certain end; impulsion.
  4. 4.The quality of mind which reaches definite conclusions; decision of character; resoluteness.
  5. 5.The state of decision; a judicial decision, or ending of controversy.

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