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

So I had very definite feelings about it, and I thought it was wrongheaded and really somewhat shameful of the academy to do that.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

Pichon-Getzels says he has seen a definite trend toward properties in the area spending more time on the market.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 17, 2026

Not a tilt exactly, but a definite slant, you could say.

From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison

definite

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