Determinate (adjective)

  1. Having a fixed outcome or purpose.
  2. Having a definite or clearly specified limit or extent.
  3. Having a defined end or outcome.

Origin:

Mid 17th century: from latin determinatus, past participle of determinare "set bounds to", from de- "down" + terminare "to end, limit".

Examples:

  1. The determinate sentence meant that the prisoner would be released after serving 10 years.
  2. The determinate contract set a deadline for the completion of the project.
  3. The determinate budget allowed for no further spending beyond what was allocated.
  4. The determinate study aimed to find a cure for the disease.
  5. The determinate plan laid out the steps to achieve their goals.
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