overdetermined Definition
- 1having more than one explanation or cause, especially in a way that makes the situation seem more complicated than it really is
- 2having more than the minimum necessary number of determining conditions
Using overdetermined: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "overdetermined" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The situation was overdetermined, with multiple factors contributing to the outcome.
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The film's plot was overdetermined, with too many twists and turns.
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The equation was overdetermined, with more equations than unknowns.
overdetermined Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for overdetermined
- complicated
- complex
- multifaceted
- multi-causal
Antonyms for overdetermined
- simple
- underdetermined
Summary: overdetermined in Brief
The term 'overdetermined' [oh-ver-di-tur-mind] refers to a situation or problem that has more than one explanation or cause, making it seem more complicated than it really is. It can also refer to having more than the minimum necessary number of determining conditions. Examples include a complicated situation with multiple factors contributing to the outcome, a convoluted plot in a movie, or an equation with more equations than unknowns.
