Determine meaning : To set the boundaries or limits of. To ascertain definitely; to figure out, find out, or conclude by analyzing, calculating, or investigating. To fix the form or character of; to shape; to prescribe imperatively; to regulate; to settle. To fix the course of; to impel and direct; with a remoter object preceded by to. To bring to a conclusion, as a question or controversy; to settle authoritative or judicial sentence; to decide. To resolve on; to have a fixed intention of; also, to cause to come to a conclusion or decision; to lead. To define or limit by adding a differentia. To bring to an end; to finish.