Meaning & Definition of word "Definitive"
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Definitive
/dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/
adjective:
- 1. Conclusive; providing a final answer or decision.
- Example: The study provided definitive evidence that climate change is accelerating.
- 2. Authoritative and complete in all respects; representing the most reliable or comprehensive account.
- Example: The encyclopedia is considered the definitive guide to world history.
- 3. Certain and not open to doubt.
- Example: The team reached a definitive agreement after several rounds of negotiation.
- 4. Serving to define or specify; having a precise meaning.
- Example: The contract included definitive terms that safeguarded both parties.
Etymology
From late Middle English from Latin 'definitivus', from 'definiere' which means 'to define'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
definitive guide:
A comprehensive and conclusive resource on a particular subject.
definitive answer:
The final and conclusive response to a question.
definitive edition:
The final and authoritative version of a published work.
Related Words
define:
To state the exact meaning of a word or term.
definiteness:
The quality of being clear, definite, or precise.
definitive article:
A grammatical term referring to articles that specify a noun.
Slang Meanings of definitive
Meaning: The absolute best.
Example Sentence: That new restaurant is just definitive, you have to try it!
Meaning: Top tier or top shelf.
Example Sentence: His performance was definitive, like a hall-of-famer.