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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"Under the Offensive Weapons Act 2019 and its July 2022 statutory guidance, a kirpan is clearly defined and understood to feature a curved blade," Singh's letter said.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

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

"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

While perhaps a more provincial cause, it had all the advantages of a more concerted and tightly focused political agenda in which each man played a clearly defined role.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis

clearly defined

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