Synonyms of determinative

Noun

1. determiner, determinative, function word, closed-class word

usage: one of a limited class of noun modifiers that determine the referents of noun phrases

2. determinant, determiner, determinative, determining factor, causal factor, cognitive factor

usage: a determining or causal element or factor; "education is an important determinant of one's outlook on life"

Adjective

1. deciding(prenominal), determinant, determinative, determining(prenominal), decisive (vs. indecisive)

usage: having the power or quality of deciding; "the crucial experiment"; "cast the deciding vote"; "the determinative (or determinant) battle"

Definition and meaning of determinative (Dictionary)