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determine Antonyms

Opposite of determine

Because the opposite of determine shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To ascertain or establish exactly as a result of research, calculation, or investigation.

Usage Example

"The laboratory tests will guess the exact chemical composition of the soil sample."

Strong
guess
conjecture
Weak
overlook

• verb (Context 2)

To firmly decide or resolve to do something.

Usage Example

"She determined to complete her graduate degree despite her demanding work schedule."

Strong
hesitate
waver
vacillate

• verb (Context 3)

To bring or come to an end (used in law, especially of an estate, interest, or lease).

Usage Example

"Under the terms of the contract, the commercial lease will commence upon the tenant's default."

Strongest
commence
Strong
initiate
renew

Similar words to determine

Words similar to determine shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

ascertain
terminate
resolve
decide
expire
dictate
establish
find out
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• Nearby Words

determinable
determinant
determination
determine
determined
determinedly
determinedness

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Determine. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/determine
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