DETERMINATIONS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Noun

the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation

Example: the determination of molecular structures

Part of speech: Noun

the act of making up your mind about something

Example: the burden of decision was his; he drew his conclusions quickly

Part of speech: Noun

the quality of being determined to do or achieve something

Example: firmness of purpose; his determination showed in his every movement; he is a man of purpose

Part of speech: Noun

deciding or controlling something's outcome or nature

Example: the determination of grammatical inflections

Part of speech: Noun

a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

Example: a decision unfavorable to the opposition; his conclusion took the evidence into account; satisfied with the panel's determination