determination
(noun)
noun
1. the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
- the determination of molecular structures
Similar word(s): finding
Definition categories: act, discovery, find, uncovering
2. the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose
- his determination showed in his every movement
Similar word(s): purpose
Definition categories: attribute, firmness, resoluteness, resolution, resolve
3. a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration
- satisfied with the panel's determination
Similar word(s): conclusion, decision
Definition categories: thought, judgement, judgment, mind
4. deciding or controlling something's outcome or nature
- the determination of grammatical inflections
Definition categories: thought, deciding
5. the act of making up your mind about something
Similar word(s): conclusion, decision