Determined meaning in English
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Definition
to determine (what happened): to establish, to discover, to find out (what happened)
It is difficult to determine whether the plants are male or female because they both look exactly the same.
(a) determined (person): (a) persevering, persistent, resolute (person)
Examples
- "-The way the complaint is handled will determine if the customer will return or not."
- "Luna : Hmmm. But if you pressed me I would say, let's see, honest, determined and kind to animals."
- "Wang Industries CEO Lee Wang, 51, is determined to put Chinese-made luxury goods on the map, and understands the importance of brand recognition."
- "So, after three rounds of interviews, I've determined that you're one of the strongest candidates."
- "Our mission is to track a wild dolphin and determine if communication is possible outside the aquarium. Admiral Jones, take us down!"
- "Why don't I come by and do an on-site inspection of the machine to determine if it is a worthwhile expenditure?"
- "Icarus : Well, that remains to be determined, Mr. Horatio."
- "As secretary of the local Ladies' Knitting Collective, I am key in determining the establishments which the ladies of this city frequent."
- "Inspectors have now determined that Trotter was flying on a stolen broomstick."
- "I determine the quantity of perfumes produced"
Exercise 1
Trey says that he cares. This means that he is .
Trey says that he cares. This means that he is interested and concerned.
interested and concerned: The verb "to care" has several meanings, and in this context conveys that someone is concerned and gives attention to someone or something else. Example: As a doctor I care very much about my patients' health. The terms "interested" and "concerned" share a similar meaning with "to care".
energetic and aggressive: The terms "energetic" and "aggressive" indicate that someone has a lot of energy and is assertive. Example: I'm energetic and aggressive about advancing my career. These terms do not share a similar meaning with the verb "to care".
diligent and serious: The terms "diligent" and "serious" indicate that someone is focused and resolute about their work. Example: My boss is very diligent and serious during meetings. Someone who cares about their work might display these qualities, but these terms do not share a similar meaning with the verb "to care".
decisive and determined: The term "decisive" indicates that someone can make important and difficult decisions. The term "determined" indicates that someone is aggressive and continues trying to put something into effect or make something happen. Example: The president was very decisive in legal issues, and determined to get those issues passed as laws. These terms do not share a similar meaning with the verb "to care".
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