definite

[def-uh-nit] / ˈdɛf ə nɪt /

ADJECTIVE

exact, clear

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bold categorical clear-cut definitive distinct explicit obvious palpable positive precise pronounced specific straightforward unambiguous unequivocal unmistakable well-defined

WEAK

audible clean-cut clearly defined complete crisp determined distinguishable downright express fixed forthright full graphic incisive marked minute not vague particular plain ringing severe sharp silhouetted tangible visible vivid well-grounded well-marked

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous doubtful equivocal fuzzy indefinite indistinct inexact obscure questionable uncertain unclear unsure vague

WEAK

imprecise indeterminate not clear undefined unfixed unlimited

ADJECTIVE

fixed, certain, positive

Synonyms

STRONGEST

defined precise

WEAK

assigned assured beyond doubt circumscribed convinced decided determinate determined established guaranteed limited narrow prescribed restricted set settled sure

Antonyms

WEAK

imprecise indefinite indeterminate indistinct inexact not clear obscure uncertain unclear undefined unfixed unlimited vague

Example Sentences

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In other words, management believes the sales are probable, not definite.

From The Wall Street Journal

And It’s interesting because we both have very definite points of view of what happens in the afterlife, about everything and about living your life fully.

From Los Angeles Times

Among Los Angeles creatives there’s a definite caring, though only about their own career prospects.

From The Wall Street Journal

Lancashire Police said the fires had been investigated as potential arson, but no definite cause had been identified.

From BBC

At the atomic level, the lines that separate our bodies from our environment are not as definite as you might think.

From Literature

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