determinant
noun/dɪˈtɜrmɪnənt/
Frequency rank: #14,305 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)
Meaning
a factor that decisively influences or determines an outcome.
Example sentence
Regular exercise is counted as one key determinant of long-term health.
Synonyms & related words
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