determinism
Translation
determinism
Examples
Determinism is a complex philosophical concept.
Determinism is a complex philosophical concept.
He argued against the idea of genetic determinism.
He argued against the idea of genetic determinism.
Grammar Patterns
determinism as a subject Determinism is a complex philosophical concept.
the idea of determinism to refer to the concept He argued against the idea of genetic determinism.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fatalism, predetermination; Antonyms: free will, indeterminism.
Etymology
From 'determine' plus the suffix '-ism', used for beliefs or doctrines. 'Determine' comes from Latin 'determinare' (to set a limit).
Memory Tips
Think of it as the belief (-ism) that all events are already 'determined'.