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Wordabulary

deterministic

Pronunciation
Adjective B2 Upper-intermediate

Quick answer

Believing or showing that events are entirely determined by prior causes, leaving no room for chance or free choice.

"In a deterministic model, knowing the starting conditions perfectly would let you predict everything that follows."

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Which word fits the gap? "In a _____ model, knowing the starting conditions perfectly would let you predict everything that follows."

Answer: deterministic

In your own words, what does "deterministic" mean?

Believing or showing that events are entirely determined by prior causes, leaving no room for chance or free choice.

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