Definite (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Precise; explicit and clearly defined; "I want a definite answer"; "a definite statement of the terms of the will"; "a definite amount"; "definite restrictions on the sale of alcohol"; "the wedding date is now definite"; "a definite drop in attendance".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The manager asked for a definite timeline to complete the project.
- A definite advantage of living in the city is the availability of public transportation.
- The tour guide gave a definite warning about the danger of the rapid currents.
- There will be definite consequences for anyone who violates the company's policies.
- The teacher requested a definite deadline for the submission of the assignments.
Antonyms
Meaning 2
Known for certain; "it is definite that they have won".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- It's definite that the concert is being postponed to another date.
- After reviewing the files, the investigators concluded that it's definite the documents have been tampered with.
- She received an acceptance letter and it's definite she's going to attend her dream university.
- There's been a rumor circulating, but it's not definite whether the company will downsize this year.
- The official announcement made it definite that the restaurant is closing down next month.