Meaning of the word definite in English

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definite

US /ˈdef.ən.ət/

UK /ˈdef.ən.ət/

clearly stated or decided; not vague or doubtful

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We need a definite answer by tomorrow.

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There was a definite improvement in his health.

Synonym:

clear explicit precise specific unambiguous

Synonym:

indefinite vague uncertain

(of a person) certain or convinced about something

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Are you definite about your decision to move?

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She was quite definite that she saw him leave.

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certain convinced sure positive resolved

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uncertain unsure doubtful

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