determinacy
nounUK /dɪˈtɜːmɪnəsi/
US /dɪˈtɜːrmɪnəsi/
Determinacy is when something is decided for sure and will not change.
The determinacy of the game's rules meant everyone knew exactly how to play.
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2. In math and logic, determinacy means every possible game or question has a clear winner or answer.
The theorem about determinacy showed that one player must have a winning strategy.
3. In law, determinacy means a rule or contract is clear enough to be followed without confusion.
The judge praised the determinacy of the contract's wording.
4. In philosophy, determinacy is the idea that everything has a definite nature or outcome.
The debate centered on the determinacy of human choices.