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determine Synonyms
Another word for determine
Choosing another word for determine depends on context, so the 23 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To ascertain or establish exactly as a result of research, calculation, or investigation.
Usage Example
"The laboratory tests will ascertain the exact chemical composition of the soil sample."
Strongest
ascertain
establish
find out
Strong
figure out
discover
verify
calculate
• verb (Context 2)
To cause something to occur in a particular way; to be the decisive factor in.
Usage Example
"Local rainfall and temperature largely dictate which crops can thrive in the region."
Strongest
dictate
Strong
govern
decide
control
shape
regulate
influence
• verb (Context 3)
To firmly decide or resolve to do something.
Usage Example
"She determined to complete her graduate degree despite her demanding work schedule."
Strongest
resolve
decide
Strong
choose
elect
opt
• verb (Context 4)
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 terminate upon the tenant's default."
Strongest
terminate
expire
Strong
lapse
end
cease
Opposites of determine
The opposite of determine shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
commence
hesitate
waver
initiate
vacillate
guess
renew
conjecture
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Determine. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/determine