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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Regulators have never clearly defined the term, but they claim to know one when they see it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

This includes making it illegal to overtake a stationary bus "in clearly defined dangerous circumstances".

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

She argued that prosecutors failed to prove such malice and that the judge never clearly defined that term.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 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

It is the most clearly defined, well-blazed footpath imaginable.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson

clearly defined

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