DETERMINATION

• (noun) the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation

  "the determination of molecular structures"

  synonyms : finding

• (noun) the act of making up your mind about something

  "the burden of decision was his", "he drew his conclusions quickly"

  synonyms : conclusion , decision

• (noun) the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose

  "his determination showed in his every movement", "he is a man of purpose"

  synonyms : purpose

• (noun) deciding or controlling something's outcome or nature

  "the determination of grammatical inflections"

• (noun) a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

  "a decision unfavorable to the opposition", "his conclusion took the evidence into account", "satisfied with the panel's determination"

  synonyms : conclusion , decision

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