Synonyms for
Determined
Definition
having made a firm decision and being resolved not to change it
Synonyms & similar words
ascertain
findout
mold
learn
compulsive
dictated
settle
set
driven
regulate
influence
squareoff
decide
fix
shape
makeuponesmind
limit
specify
determine
squareup
define
find
check
see
watch
resolute
persistent
tenacious
unwavering
steadfast
unyielding
unbending
adamant
dogged
firm
fixed
purposeful
single-minded
strong-willed
stubborn
unrelenting
persevering
decided
set
resolved
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- determined to succeed
- determined to win
- determined to achieve
- determined effort
- determined look
- determined spirit
- determined to fight
Word family
Usage note
Often followed by 'to' + infinitive, indicating a strong intention. Can also describe a person or their expression.
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Example sentences
- He was determined to win the race no matter what.
- She showed a determined effort to solve the problem.
- Even though he faced many obstacles, he remained determined to succeed.
- Her determined attitude impressed the judges.
- The team was determined to make it to the championship.
Quotes
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt