Synonyms for predetermine


Grammar : Verb
Spell : pree-di-tur-min
Phonetic Transcription : ˌpri dɪˈtɜr mɪn


Définition of predetermine

Origin :
  • 1620s, originally theological, from pre- + determine or else from Late Latin praedeterminare (Augustine). Related: Predetermined; predetermining; predeterminate.
  • verb destine
Example sentences :
  • They then have a will and a way of their own; a free-will which their creator cannot predetermine and correct.
  • Extract from : « The Heart of Mid-Lothian, Vol. 1., Illustrated » by Sir Walter Scott
  • The impulse given by each must be exactly estimated in order to predetermine the joint effect.
  • Extract from : « The Criminal Prosecution and Capital Punishment of Animals » by Edmund P. Evans
  • To conceive and desire the best is to attempt the ideal, is to predetermine the path that all succeeding generations shall tread.
  • Extract from : « The Non-religion of the Future: A Sociological Study » by Jean-Marie Guyau
  • Robinson gives as its meaning, to set bounds before, to predetermine, spoken of the eternal decrees and counsels of God.
  • Extract from : « The Doctrines of Predestination, Reprobation, and Election » by Robert Wallace
  • To ascertain her opinion, to predetermine it, Stainton was now elaborately preparing.
  • Extract from : « Running Sands » by Reginald Wright Kauffman

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