Predetermine
(verb)
- To determine or fix in advance, especially by prior agreement or design.
- To influence or determine the outcome of something before it happens.
Origin:
Derived from the latin word "praedeterminare" meaning "to settle or decide beforehand".
Examples:
- The outcome of the game was predetermine by the skill level of the teams involved.
- The company's success was predetermined by the quality of its products and services.
- The predetermination of the election results sparked controversy and claims of voter manipulation.
- The predetermination of the child's future by their parents was met with resistance by the child.
- The predetermination of the meeting's agenda allowed for more efficient use of time.