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determination

[dih-tur-muh-ney-shuhn] / dɪˌtɜr məˈneɪ ʃən /
NOUN
perseverance
Synonyms
STRONGEST
assurance boldness bravery conviction courage decision dedication energy fortitude grit persistence resolve self-confidence steadfastness tenacity valor willpower
STRONG
backbone certainty certitude constancy dauntlessness doggedness dogmatism drive fearlessness follow-through guts hardihood heart independence indomitability intrepidity nerve obstinacy pluck purpose purposefulness resoluteness resolution single-mindedness spine spunk stubbornness
WEAK
firm-ness stiff upper lip
Antonyms
STRONGEST
cowardice diffidence fear idleness indecision indifference timidity wavering weakness
STRONG
irresolution
WEAK
beginning disinterest doubt hesitation spinelessness start vacillation
NOUN
conclusion
Synonyms
STRONGEST
decision judgment resolve
STRONG
measurement opinion perception purpose resolution result settlement solution verdict visualization
Antonyms
STRONGEST
indecision wavering
STRONG
problem question trouble
WEAK
beginning disinterest doubt hesitation irresolution spinelessness start vacillation

Example Sentences

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The Parades Commission determination had placed conditions on a procession, applied for by some Cliftonville supporters, before it went ahead.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Because sex determination plays a role in how species form, this adds another layer to understanding evolution.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

"It was really driven by his determination to help his dog."

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

As a standalone film, it’s a succinct tale of determination, and a very fun way to spend a Friday night.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

Anger pulses through my veins as the morning sun gets higher, and I walk with greater determination, pulling the donkey and Mother along with me.

From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.