determine (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /dɪˈtɜːmɪn/
Definition
To find out or establish the facts about something, or to decide on a course of action.
Examples
Scientists are trying to determine the cause of the disease.
We need to determine the best way to solve this problem.
The judge will determine the sentence for the convicted person.
How to Use determine
- determine that (collocation)
- To establish that a particular fact or situation is true. — "The study determined that regular exercise improves cardiovascular health."
- determine how (collocation)
- To find out the method or way in which something is done. — "Researchers are working to determine how the virus spreads."
- determine whether (collocation)
- To find out if a particular situation is the case or not. — "The committee will determine whether to approve the new proposal."
- determine to do something (collocation)
- To be resolved or determined to achieve a particular goal. — "She was determined to finish the marathon despite her injury."
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