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predetermine

/ˌpriː.dɪˈtɜː.mɪn/

/ˌpriː.dɪˈtɜr.mɪn/

predetermineverb

predetermined

Past Simple

predetermined

Past Participle

predetermining

Gerund

/ˌpriː.dɪˈtɜː.mɪn/

/ˌpriː.dɪˈtɜr.mɪn/

Translations

The outcome of the experiment was predetermined by the initial conditions.

Результат эксперимента был предопределён начальными условиями.

Additional translations

определить заранее

Definitions

To decide or establish something in advance.

The outcome of the experiment was predetermined by the initial conditions set by the researchers.

To influence or control the direction or outcome of something before it happens.

The rules of the game were predetermined to ensure fairness among all players.

To foreordain or predestine, especially by divine will or fate.

Many philosophical doctrines argue that human actions are predetermined by destiny.

Synonyms

decide beforehand

establish in advance

set in advance

predeterminepast participle

Definitions

decided, arranged, or set in advance; preset

The survey relied on a list of predetermined questions.