determination · noun U /dɪˌtɜr.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən/
Word family
Nouns: determination, determiner
Adjectives: determined, indeterminate
Verbs: determine
determination
B2 when someone continues trying to do something, although it is very difficult
Dictionary example:
Andy Murray will need great determination and skill to win this match.
Learner example:
Mandela tried to better the political situation of South Africa [-] he was strong enough to fight, he had determination. (First Certificate in English; B2; Italian)
