definitive

[dih-fin-i-tiv] / dɪˈfɪn ɪ tɪv /

ADJECTIVE

authoritative

Synonyms

STRONGEST

actual categorical clear-cut conclusive decisive definite exhaustive precise reliable specific ultimate unambiguous

WEAK

absolute closing complete completing concluding determining downright ending express final finishing flat out last limiting nailed down perfect plain real settling straight out terminal terminating

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous false imprecise indefinite inexact questionable uncertain vague

WEAK

incomplete inconclusive interim temporary unreliable

Example Sentences

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Webster is the man definitively responsible for removing the u’s from “colour” and “honour,” for example.

From The Wall Street Journal

Although we couldn’t definitively say when our dynamic shifted into something deeper, we agreed it had.

From Los Angeles Times

Head made that view look folly and with his second century, he has now landed a definitive blow.

From BBC

But he noted that without the October data it was difficult to draw too many definitive conclusions about wider trends.

From BBC

There is no definitive smoking gun in this lawsuit.

From BBC