clearly defined

ADJECTIVE

definite

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 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

Example Sentences

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A standard feature is the halo, a clearly defined sphere that sits like a buttered bonnet on the head of the saint.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

"Congress owes our service members a clearly defined mission, so that when they accomplish it, they can come home."

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

Chief among them: statements without clearly defined facts attached, meaning that they can neither be proved nor disproved; statements involving cherry-picked facts; and promises.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 24, 2026

It was the first skill apprentice artists learned, and its premium on firm contours and clearly defined forms was carried over into painting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

I watch with satisfaction as my hair falls away from me like fog and my head emerges, sharper-featured, more clearly defined.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood

clearly defined

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