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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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Few have had a professional life so clearly defined and wildly successful as Woods.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

The BBC will publish its response to the government's consultation on its future on Thursday, which is expected to say all board appointments should follow "a new, clearly defined, transparent and broadly consistent process".

From BBC • 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

Two of the names have endured meaningful drawdowns and now present compelling risk/reward profiles with clearly defined stops.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 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