determine
Translation
to determine, to ascertain, to decide
Examples
We must determine the cause of the problem.
We must determine the cause of the problem.
The tests will determine the best treatment.
The tests will determine the best treatment.
She determined to start her own business.
She determined to start her own business.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to discover or establish (sth.) We must determine the cause of the problem.
((to-inf)) to decide firmly to do (sth.) She determined to start her own business.
((who/what/where etc.)) to find out (who/what/where etc.) Can you determine where the package is?
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Etymology
From Latin 'determinare' (to set a boundary), from 'de-' (completely) + 'terminare' (to limit, end).
Memory Tips
To 'de-termine' is to set the 'terminus' or end point of a question, to bring it to a conclusion.