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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“I never had a definite place which was my room or where I retired specially to write,” Agatha Christie said in her autobiography.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

“It brings back some definite memories,” he told me.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

Chart watchers contend that a trend will stay in force until there is a definite sign that it has ended.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 18, 2026

“This is a definite problem in communication and coordination.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 21, 2026

There was a definite current in the great wide flood, not all of it, but a stream within it moving with what felt like purpose.

From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman

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