definite

PronunciationEdit

• (UK) IPA^(key): /ˈdɛfɪnɪt/
• (US) IPA^(key): /ˈdɛfɪnɪt/, /ˈdɛfənɪt/

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AdjectiveEdit

definite (comparative more definite, superlative most definite)

1. Having distinct limits.

   definite dimensions; a definite measure; a definite period or interval

   • Whewell

     Elements combine in definite proportions.

2. Free from any doubt.

   definite knowledge

3. Determined; resolved.

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4. (linguistics) Designating an identified or immediately identifiable person or thing.

   the definite article

AntonymsEdit

• indefinite

Related termsEdit

• definitely
• definitive
• unquestionable
• decided
• definite article

TranslationsEdit

NounEdit

definite (plural definites)

1. (obsolete) Anything that is defined or determined.

VerbEdit

definite

1. Second-person plural indicative present form of definire.
2. Second-person plural imperative present form of definire.

AdjectiveEdit

definite

1. Feminine plural of definito.

VerbEdit

dēfīnīte

1. second-person plural present active imperative of dēfīniō