predetermination

Predetermination has 6 syllables: pre · de · ter · mi · na · tion.

noun. (theology) being determined in advance; especially the doctrine (usually associated with Calvin) that God has foreordained every event throughout eternity (including the final salvation of mankind).

noun. A mental determination or resolve in advance; an antecedent intention to do something.

noun. The act of determining or ordaining in advance what is to take place.