determining
/dɪˈtɝmɪnɪŋ/
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Meaning · English
Determinative; causal.
Adjective
Examples
This is suggestive that financial clout is a more determining factor in trade policy outcomes than voting power.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “determining” mean?
Determinative; causal.
Is “determining” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.