Synonyms: predetermination
Definition: the act of determining or ordaining in advance what is to take place
Similar words: determination, finding
Definition: the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
Usage: the determination of molecular structures
Synonyms: predetermination
Definition: a mental determination or resolve in advance; an antecedent intention to do something
Usage: he entered the argument with a predetermination to prove me wrong
Similar words: conclusion, decision, determination
Definition: a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration
Usage: a decision unfavorable to the opposition; his conclusion took the evidence into account; satisfied with the panel's determination
Synonyms: predestination, predetermination, preordination, foreordination
Definition: (theology) being determined in advance; especially the doctrine (usually associated with Calvin) that God has foreordained every event throughout eternity (including the final salvation of mankind)
Similar words: theological doctrine
Definition: the doctrine of a religious group