Definition of DEFINITE

definite

Meanings

Plural: definites

Adjective

  • 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"

Adjective Satellite

  • known for certain
    • "it is definite that they have won"

Adj

  • Having distinct limits.
  • Free from any doubt.
  • Determined; resolved; decided.
  • Designating an identified or immediately identifiable person or thing, or group of persons or things

Noun

  • A word or phrase that designates a specified or identified person or entity.
  • Anything that is defined or determined.

Origin / Etymology

From Latin dēfīnītus, past participle of dēfīniō, whence also English define.

Scrabble Score: 12

definite is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
definite is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
definite is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 13

definite is a valid Words With Friends word