No. 2,886 in French

déterminé

Determined; resolute.

In a sentence

Il est déterminé à réussir dans ses examens.
He is determined to succeed in his exams.
In this sentence, "déterminé" is used as an adjective meaning 'resolute' or 'focused towards a goal.'
L'enquête a déterminé la cause de l'accident.
The investigation determined the cause of the accident.
Here, "déterminé" is a verb that means 'ascertained' or 'established.'
Sa manière de travailler montre qu'il est très déterminé.
His way of working shows that he is very determined.
Again used as an adjective, "déterminé" emphasizes a person's resolve or firm intention.

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