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US/dɪˌtɜːr.məˈneɪ.ʃən/
UK/dɪˌtɜː.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən/
the quality of continuing to try to do something even when it is difficult
In context
With hard work and determination, she passed IELTS on her third try.
The team showed great determination and came back from two goals down.
His determination to finish the marathon inspired everyone watching.
Words that go with determination
verb + noun
- show determinationThe young players show determination in every training session.
adjective + noun
- sheer determinationShe got through the course by sheer determination.
- strong determinationLearning to code at fifty takes strong determination.
noun + preposition
- determination toHis determination to learn English never faded.
noun + noun
- hard work and determinationTheir small shop grew through hard work and determination.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She has a big determination to win.Correct: She is determined to win. / She has great determination to win.