determinant
Translation
determining factor, determinant
Examples
Age is a key determinant of voting behaviour.
Age is a key determinant of voting behavior.
He calculated the determinant of the matrix.
He calculated the determinant of the matrix.
Grammar Patterns
a determinant ((of sth.)) a factor that decides (sth.) Price is a key determinant of demand.
Similar Words
Synonyms: factor, cause, influence
Etymology
From Latin 'determinare' (to bound, limit), from 'de-' (completely) + 'terminare' (to limit).
Memory Tips
A 'determinant' is a factor that 'determines' an outcome.