Definition of 'determinative'

Noun

1. one of a limited class of noun modifiers that determine the referents of noun phrases
      Synonyms: determiner
2. a determining or causal element or factor; "education is an important determinant of one's outlook on life"
      Synonyms: determinant determiner determining factor causal factor

Adjective

1. having the power or quality of deciding; "the crucial experiment"; "cast the deciding vote"; "the determinative (or determinant) battle"
      Synonyms: crucial deciding determinant determining

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