Determination Definition & Meaning

determination
noun
  1. the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation; "the determination of molecular structures"
  2. 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"
  3. 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"
  4. deciding or controlling something's outcome or nature; "the determination of grammatical inflections"
  5. the act of making up your mind about something; "the burden of decision was his"; "he drew his conclusions quickly"

"Determination" in song lyrics

See how determination is used in real songs:

  • "Self D means self determination"
    Aztlan Underground — Decolonize
  • "Organization or self determination"
    Big Syke — Why?
  • "And, no hustle without determination"
    Chris Ward — Who Told U

Usage tips for "determination"

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