Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

determinist

noun

/dɪˈtɜːrmɪnɪst/

Definition

A person who believes that all events, including human actions, are determined by causes regarded as external to the will.

Examples

As a determinist, she argued that our choices are influenced by prior events.
The debate between free will advocates and determinists continues in philosophy classes.
He identifies as a determinist, believing that everything is predestined.

Meaning

Determinism is the philosophical belief that every event or state of affairs, including human choices, is the outcome of preceding events in accordance with the natural laws.