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    def·i·nite
    [ˈdef(ə)nət]
    adjective
    definite (adjective)
    1. clearly stated or decided; not vague or doubtful:
      "we had no definite plans"
      • clearly true or real; unambiguous:
        "no definite proof has emerged"
      • (of a person) certain or sure about something:
        "you're very definite about that!"
      • clear or undeniable (used for emphasis):
        "video is a definite asset in the classroom"
      • having exact and discernible physical limits or form:
        "organizations have boundaries in the sense that they may occupy a definite geographical area"
    Origin
    mid 16th century: from Latin definitus ‘defined, set within limits’, past participle of definire (see define).
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    adjective
    1. clearly stated or decided; not vague or doubtful:
      explicit
      specific
      express
      precise
      exact
      defined
      clear-cut
      determined
      fixed
      established
      confirmed
      direct
      concrete
      hard
      plain
      outright
      unmistakable
      irrefutable
      unequivocal
      unambiguous
      certain
      undisputed
      decided
      marked
      distinct
      unquestioned
      well defined
      not in question
      not in doubt
      Opposite:
      vague
      indefinite
      slight
     
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    What does definite mean?
    The meaning of DEFINITE is free of all ambiguity, uncertainty, or obscurity. How to use definite in a sentence. Spelling: It's Definite NOT Definate Synonym Discussion of Definite.

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    How do you use definite in a sentence?
    Definite evidence or information is true, rather than being someone's opinion or guess. [...] 3. You use definite to emphasize the strength of your opinion or belief. [emphasis] [...] Choose the correct form of the verb 'eat'.

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    What is the difference between definite and definitive?
    1. 2. Usage: Definite and definitive should be carefully distinguished. Definite indicates precision and firmness, as in a definite decision. Definitive includes these senses but also indicates conclusiveness.

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    What does it mean if a decision is definite?
    If something such as a decision or an arrangement is definite, it is firm and clear, and unlikely to be changed. It's too soon to give a definite answer. Her Royal Highness has definite views about most things. She made no definite plans for her future. Definite evidence or information is true, rather than being someone's opinion or guess.

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    What is a definite person?
    Someone who is definite behaves or talks in a firm, confident way. Mary is very definite about this. A definite shape or colour is clear and noticeable. Studying his face in the bathroom mirror he wished he had more definite features.

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    What is a definite feeling?
    There was a definite feeling that things were getting worse. [not before noun] definite (about something) definite (that…) (of a person) sure that something is true or that something is going to happen and stating it to other people I'm definite about this. Definition of definite adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary.

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    Definite is an adjective describing something that is known for certain. For example, there is no more definite way to get into trouble with a police officer than speeding in front of the police station with a broken taillight. This word is from …

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