definition of
determination

[1] #1 determination n. [finding] the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation; "the determination of molecular structures". wn

[2] #2 determination n. [purpose] the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose; "his determination showed in his every movement"; "he is a man of purpose". wn

[3] #3 determination n. [decision, conclusion] a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration; "a decision unfavorable to the opposition"; "his conclusion took the evidence into account"; "satisfied with the panel's determination". wn

[4] #4 determination n. deciding or controlling something's outcome or nature; "the determination of grammatical inflections". wn

[5] #5 determination n. [decision, conclusion] the act of making up your mind about something; "the burden of decision was his"; "he drew his conclusions quickly". wn