1. A conclusion that has been decided in advance, before examining evidence or arguments; a foregone conclusion reached without objective analysis
The investigation was criticized for reaching a predetermined conclusion rather than following the evidence objectively.
A investigação foi criticada por chegar a uma conclusão predeterminada em vez de seguir as provas objetivamente.
2. A judgment or decision made beforehand without proper consideration of relevant facts
The judge was accused of having a predetermined conclusion about the defendant's guilt.
O juiz foi acusado de ter uma conclusão predeterminada sobre a culpa do réu.