Determined

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /dɪˈtɜːrmɪnd/

Definitions of determined

noun a person who has a strong resolve or decision to do something

Example Sentences

A1 She is a determined person.

A2 His determined attitude helped him achieve his goals.

B1 The determined effort of the team led to their success.

B2 Her determined focus on the task at hand impressed her colleagues.

C1 The determined pursuit of excellence is what sets him apart from others.

C2 His unwavering determination to succeed is truly inspiring.

verb past tense of determine, meaning to decide or settle something

Example Sentences

A1 She is determined to learn how to ride a bike.

A2 He determined to finish his homework before going out to play.

B1 The team determined to win the championship this year.

B2 She is determined to excel in her career and reach the top.

C1 The scientist was determined to find a cure for the disease.

C2 Despite facing many obstacles, he was determined to achieve his goals.

adjective describes a person who has a strong resolve or decision to do something

Example Sentences

A1 She was determined to finish her homework before dinner.

A2 The team was determined to win the championship.

B1 Despite facing many obstacles, she remained determined to achieve her goals.

B2 The scientist was determined to find a cure for the disease.

C1 His determined attitude led him to success in his career.

C2 The determined efforts of the volunteers helped rebuild the community after the disaster.

Examples of determined in a Sentence

formal She was determined to finish her research project ahead of schedule.

informal He's determined to beat his high score in the game.

slang I'm so determined to ace this test, nothing can stop me!

figurative The seed was determined to grow into a strong oak tree despite the harsh conditions.

Grammatical Forms of determined

past tense

determined

plural

determined

comparative

more determined

superlative

most determined

present tense

determine

future tense

will determine

perfect tense

have determined

continuous tense

is determining

singular

determined

positive degree

determined

infinitive

to determine

gerund

determining

participle

determined

Origin and Evolution of determined

First Known Use: 1400 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'determined' originated from the Latin word 'determinare', which means to limit or establish decisively.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'determined' has evolved to encompass not just the idea of setting limits or making decisions, but also to convey a strong sense of resolve and perseverance in achieving a goal.