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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 have definite issues with their “math skills” and have good reason not to trust anything they say.

From MarketWatch

As for the off-site home’s decor, the set design crew had a definite agenda: make it as Christmassy as possible.

From MarketWatch

As a Hindu, 25 December does not hold any religious significance, but he and his Christian wife Josephine enjoy celebrating each other's traditions, with midnight Mass on Christmas Eve a definite on the festive calendar.

From BBC

He explains that "there are definite winners and losers in this scenario" and "you cannot expect, with that amount of investment coming in... that the prices won't go up".

From BBC

In other words, management believes the sales are probable, not definite.

From The Wall Street Journal

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.