determination
Translation
determination, resolve, measurement
Examples
She has great determination to succeed.
She has great determination to succeed.
The determination of the cause of death was difficult.
The determination of the cause of death was difficult.
Grammar Patterns
determination ((to-inf)) the quality of trying to do something He showed great determination to finish the race.
the determination ((of sth.)) the act of finding out (sth.) The determination of the correct dosage is crucial.
Similar Words
Synonyms: resolve, willpower; Antonyms: hesitation
Etymology
From Latin 'determinatio'. It's the verb 'determine' with the noun-forming suffix '-ation'.
Memory Tips
With strong 'determination', you can 'determine' your own future.