DETERMINANT Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

determinant

noun

Definition of determinant

as in factor

formal a thing that controls or influences what happens

—often + of Level of education is often a determinant of income.

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Recent Examples of determinant That – more than any big throw against the Dolphins defense or impressive high reel – will be the ultimate determinant of his growth. — Miami Herald, 8 Aug. 2026 Serlie and colleagues are now studying determinants of weight loss success after bariatric surgery. — Crystal Gwizdala, Hartford Courant, 1 Aug. 2026 But the costs of the race will also be destiny determinants, as investors question the massive sums of capital being deployed and the timeline for seeing a return on the investment. — Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 27 July 2026 That said, how a hitter does with the stick is the main determinant of their value, and the most sustainable part of their performance. — Owen Poindexter, New York Times, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for determinant

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For comparison, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world’s largest foundry, began mass-producing 7nm chips in 2018 and can achieve yields exceeding 90%, depending on factors including chip design and die size.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
The significant rise in purse sizes in recent years is also a factor.

— Gabby Herzig, New York Times, 30 Aug. 2026

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If someone consistently behaves with kindness, generosity, and consideration, even when these behaviors require effort or self-restraint, their motives may be less important than their actions.

— Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
For now, the main considerations are cutting benefits for wealthier Americans or eliminating the cap on Social Security's payroll tax.

— Ashley Lopez, NPR, 28 Aug. 2026

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