define
/dɪˈfaɪn/
de · fine
dɪ · ˈfaɪn
English Definition
v. to explain the meaning of a word or concept
Significado en Español
definir
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
định nghĩa
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the best synonym for the word “define”:
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A
clarify
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B
obscure
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C
confuse
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D
blur
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A — clarify.
“define” means v. to explain the meaning of a word or concept
Common questions about “define”
What does “define” mean?
define — v. to explain the meaning of a word or concept. In Chinese: 定义，解释.
How do you pronounce “define”?
define is pronounced /dɪˈfaɪn/. It breaks into 2 syllables: de · fine.
Is “define” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. define appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
