determination

UK:*UK and possibly other pronunciationsUK and possibly other pronunciations/dɪˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/

US:USA pronunciation: IPAUSA pronunciation: IPA/dɪˌtɝməˈneɪʃən/

US:USA pronunciation: respellingUSA pronunciation: respelling(di tûr′mə nāshən)



determination
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Sense: Noun: firmness of mind
Synonyms:
firmness, resolution Collocations, resoluteness, resolve Collocations, conviction Collocations, purpose Collocations, assurance Collocations, persistence, courage Collocations, tenacity, certainty Collocations, constancy, dogmatism, enterprise Collocations, stubbornness, obstinacy, certitude, doggedness, decision Collocations, drive Collocations, backbone Collocations, intrepidity, boldness, self-confidence, coolness, fortitude, steadfastness, self-assurance, self-reliance, nerve Collocations, heart Collocations, bravery Collocations, fearlessness, will Collocations, willpower, single-mindedness, energy Collocations, stamina Collocations, perseverance, strength of will, undauntedness, confidence Collocations, grit Collocations, brave front, mettle, stoicism, stiff upper lip, guts (slang), spunk (US, informal), pigheadedness (slang), bullheadedness (informal)
Antonyms:
hesitation Collocations, uncertainty Collocations, irresolution, indecision, indetermination, indecisiveness, doubt Collocations
Sense: Noun: act of ascertaining
Synonyms:
ascertainment, identification, identifying, pinpointing, IDing (informal), verdict, ruling Collocations, decision Collocations, resolution Collocations, verification, working out, figuring out, measurement Collocations, establishment Collocations, judgment Collocations, judgement (UK)
Antonyms:
stalemate Collocations, deadlock, draw Collocations, question Collocations, beginning Collocations, start Collocations


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