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Her determination helped her finish the race.
What does Determination mean?
The decision to keep trying until you succeed.
Dictionary definition
Firm decision and effort to keep going until a goal is reached.
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The team showed determination after losing the first round.
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Determination can turn practice into real improvement.
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What does determination mean?
Determination means The decision to keep trying until you succeed.
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Which choice is closest in meaning to determination?
The choice "resolve" is closest in meaning because determination means the decision to keep trying until you succeed.
Practice 3
Which choice is the best antonym or contrast for determination?
The choice "surrender" is a strong contrast because determination means the decision to keep trying until you succeed.
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di · tur · muh · nay · shun · strongest beat: nay
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WordDetermination.
Partnoun.
MeaningDetermination means The decision to keep trying until you succeed.
ExampleExample: Her determination helped her finish the race.
Word breakdown
5 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- di · tur · muh · nay · shun
- Strongest beat
- nay
- Ending
- shun
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on nay.
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Synonyms
Words like Determination
resolveFirm decision to keep going.
persistenceContinuing despite difficulty.
willpowerMental strength to keep trying.
Antonyms
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surrenderGiving up.
lazinessLack of effort or energy.
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determination
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