1. to determine beforehand; to destine or decree in advance
Usage: often used in religious contexts

Examples

• Some believe that God predestines all events in human life.
• The ancient Greeks thought the Fates predestined each person’s destiny.
• His talent seemed to predestine him for a career in music.
• The prophecy appeared to predestine the kingdom’s fall.
• Many religions teach that divine will predestines human salvation.
• The stars were said to predestine the hero’s great victory.