1. having a strong will to achieve something despite difficulties
2. decided or settled definitively

Examples

• She was determined to finish the marathon despite her injury.
• The determined student studied every night for the exam.
• His determined effort paid off when he got the promotion.
• The outcome of the game was determined by the final play.
• The price will be determined by market conditions.
• They showed determined resistance to the proposed changes.
• Her determined expression showed she wouldn’t give up.