definite
/ˈdɛf(ə)nɪt/
def · i · nite
ˈdɛf · ə · nɪt
English Definition
adj. clearly stated or decided; not vague or doubtful
Significado en Español
definitivo, determinado
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
xác định, rõ ràng
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
de(strengthen)+fin(boundary)+ite→ having clear boundaries → definite.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which word is a synonym of “definite”?
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A
ambiguous
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B
specific
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C
indefinite
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D
vague
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B — specific.
“definite” means adj. clearly stated or decided; not vague or doubtful
Common questions about “definite”
What does “definite” mean?
definite — adj. clearly stated or decided; not vague or doubtful. In Chinese: 明确的，确定的.
How do you pronounce “definite”?
definite is pronounced /ˈdɛf(ə)nɪt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: def · i · nite.
Is “definite” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. definite appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “definite”?
de(strengthen)+fin(boundary)+ite→ having clear boundaries → definite.
