Synonyms: determine
Definition: fix in scope; fix the boundaries of
Usage: the tree determines the border of the property
Similar words: specify, define, delimit, delimitate, delineate
Definition: determine the essential quality of
Synonyms: influence, determine, regulate, mold, shape
Definition: shape or influence; give direction to
Usage: experience often determines ability; mold public opinion
Similar words: cause, do, make
Definition: give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally
Usage: cause a commotion; make a stir; cause an accident
Synonyms: square off, square up, settle, determine
Definition: settle conclusively; come to terms
Usage: We finally settled the argument
Synonyms: limit, set, specify, define, determine, fix
Definition: decide upon or fix definitely
Usage: fix the variables; specify the parameters
Similar words: select, choose, take, pick out
Definition: pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
Usage: Take any one of these cards; Choose a good husband for your daughter; She selected a pair of shoes from among the dozen the salesgirl had shown her