Determinate
(adjective)
- Having a fixed outcome or purpose.
- Having a definite or clearly specified limit or extent.
- 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:
- The determinate sentence meant that the prisoner would be released after serving 10 years.
- The determinate contract set a deadline for the completion of the project.
- The determinate budget allowed for no further spending beyond what was allocated.
- The determinate study aimed to find a cure for the disease.
- The determinate plan laid out the steps to achieve their goals.