determination — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

determination (dɪˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən)

noun  ·  Intermediate  ·  Emotions & Feelings

🔊 dɪˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən

Meaning

Meaning: firmness of purpose

The quality of being resolved to do something despite difficulty.

Examples

🗣 His determination helped him pass the difficult test.

Etymology

From Latin ‘determinatio’ meaning ‘a boundary, conclusion’.

How & Where It’s Used

Names strong willpower toward a goal.

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Tags: character, virtue

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