Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

predeterminism

noun

/ˌpriːdɪˈtɜːrmɪnɪzm/

Definition

The doctrine that all events, including human actions, are established or decided in advance.

Examples

Predeterminism can lead to debates about free will.
In philosophical discussions, predeterminism contrasts with the idea of randomness.
The novel explores themes of predeterminism through its characters’ choices.

Meaning

Predeterminism suggests that every event or action in the universe, including those of humans, has already been determined by preceding causes or factors.