determination

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

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

   the determination of molecular structures

2. 2
   noun

   deciding or controlling something's outcome or nature

   the determination of grammatical inflections

3. 3
   noun

   The act of determining, or the state of being determined.

   the determination of the wavelength of light

4. 4
   noun

   The quality of mind which reaches definite conclusions; decisive character; resoluteness; fortitude.

   Through sheer determination, we managed to escape from the tornado.

5. 5
   noun

   That which is determined upon; result of deliberation; purpose; conclusion formed; fixed resolution.

   The tribunal has reached a determination in respect of this matter.

6. 6
   noun

   A flow, rush, or tendency to a particular part

   a determination of blood to the head

7. 7
   noun

   Bringing to an end; termination; limit.

   If a lease is determined by notice, forfeiture or frustration, all incumbrances will normally end automatically with the determination of the lease and can therefore be ignored.

8. 8
   noun

   the act of making up your mind about something

Etymology

From Middle English determinacion, determynacioun, from Old French determinacion, from Latin dēterminātiō. Morphologically determine + -ation.