määrittäväksi

Määrittäväksi is a Finnish word that translates to "definitive," "conclusive," "determinative," or "decisive" in English. It is the translative plural form of the adjective "määrittävä." This grammatical case indicates a change into a state of being defined or determined. Therefore, "määrittäväksi" signifies a state where something becomes clear, settled, or final.

The word is often used in contexts where a situation, decision, or outcome reaches a point of certainty. For instance, a piece of evidence might become "määrittäväksi" if it conclusively proves a point or settles a dispute. Similarly, a turning point in an event could be described as becoming "määrittäväksi" if it irrevocably changes the course of what is happening.

In legal or official settings, a ruling or a piece of information can be deemed "määrittäväksi" if it provides the final answer or settles a matter. It implies that no further discussion or alteration is expected regarding the established state. The term emphasizes the finality and certainty achieved.