1560s, "decided," past participle adjective from determine. Meaning "limited" is from c. 1600; that of "characterized by resolution" is from c. 1600, of actions; 1772, of persons.
权威例句
1. The President is determined "to go the extra mile for peace".
总统决心“为实现和平而加倍努力”。
2. Jane is determined to stake her claim as an actress.
简决心主张自己作为一名女演员的权利。
3. Sandra was determined to become a doctor and her persistence paid off.
桑德拉决心成为医生,她的坚持取得了成功。
4. The identities of the deceased have now been determined.