determination — firmness of purpose; resoluteness; the quality of being determined to do or achieve something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: firmness of purpose; resoluteness; the quality of being determined to do or achieve something
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃn/
Example Sentences
- His determination to eat pizza every day for a month impressed even his doctor (who was not amused).
- With sheer determination, she completed her PhD while working full-time and raising two children.
- My cat's determination to knock everything off my desk is truly admirable in its consistency.
determination
NOUN[/dɪˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃn/]
firmness of purpose; resoluteness; the quality of being determined to do or achieve something
Despite the storm and steep hill, he climbs with determination.
Through dedication and determination, he climbs toward elevation.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'determinare' meaning 'to set limits to' or 'to settle,' which comes from 'de-' (off, away) and 'terminare' (to limit, from terminus meaning 'boundary'). The word entered English in the 14th century.
Breakdown
de- (away, from) + termine (to set bounds, limit) + -ation (noun suffix) = determination
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📝Examples
“His determination to eat pizza every day for a month impressed even his doctor (who was not amused).”
“With sheer determination, she completed her PhD while working full-time and raising two children.”
“My cat's determination to knock everything off my desk is truly admirable in its consistency.”
“The athlete's determination paid off when she won the gold medal after years of training.”
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