definiteness

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Definiteness can be marked by other th-words such as this, that, these, and those, or with a genitive noun, as in Claire’s knee or Jerry’s kids.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker

Definiteness of aim is characteristic of all true art.

From Pushing to the Front by Marden, Orison Swett

Definition and Organization of Meanings Definiteness versus vagueness In the abstract meaning is intension In its application it is extension A being that cannot understand at all is at least protected from mis-understandings.

From How We Think by Dewey, John

Definiteness in tonal relations and rhythmic plan is requisite to produce a defined, enduring impression.

From For Every Music Lover A Series of Practical Essays on Music by Moore, Aubertine Woodward

Definiteness and finality are as difficult of attainment as to tell a hawk from a handsaw when the wind is northerly.

From The Unpopular Review, Number 19 July-December 1918 by Various