B2adjectivepsychologyemotions
US/dɪˈtɜːr.mɪnd/
UK/dɪˈtɜː.mɪnd/
having made a firm decision and refusing to let anything stop you
In context
She is determined to finish the marathon, even if she has to walk.
He looked determined as he walked onto the stage.
The team was determined not to lose a third match in a row.
Words that go with determined
adjective + preposition
- determined toHe is determined to succeed.
adverb + adjective
- fiercely determinedShe was fiercely determined to win.
- absolutely determinedThey are absolutely determined to stay.
- grimly determinedHe looked grimly determined as the match began.
adjective + noun
- determined effortIt took a determined effort to finish.
- determined attemptHe made a determined attempt to escape.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She is determined of winning.Correct: She is determined to win.