n. (Metaph.) The doctrine that the will is not free, but is inevitably and invincibly determined by motives, preceding events, and natural laws. [ 1913 Webster ]
Its superior suitability to produce courage, as contrasted with scientific physical determinism, is obvious. F. P. Cobbe. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. (Metaph.) One who believes in determinism. Also adj.;
a.
a. Capable of self-determination;
n. The doctrine held by the Terminists. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ Cf. F. terministe. ] (Theol.) One of a class of theologians who maintain that God has fixed a certain term for the probation of individual persons, during which period, and no longer, they have the offer to grace. Murdock. [ 1913 Webster ]