definite

• Klar formuliert, entschieden oder bekannt; keinen Zweifel lassend. Eindeutig und genau bestimmt.

Clearly stated, decided, or known; having no uncertainty.

1. Clearly defined or exactB1formal

   Something that is clearly stated or decided; precise.

   Bestimmt

   • She gave a definite answer to the proposal.
   • There is a definite difference between the two theories.
   • We need a definite plan before proceeding.

   Synonymeclearexactexplicitexpressprecisespecificunambiguousunequivocal

   Antonymeambiguousequivocalfuzzyimpreciseindefiniteuncertainvague

2. Certain or without doubtB1formal

   Known for sure; beyond any doubt.

   Bestimmt

   • It is definite that the meeting will be held tomorrow.
   • He has a definite intention to finish the project on time.
   • There is a definite possibility of rain this afternoon.

   Synonymecertainclear-cutconvincedincontrovertibleindisputablepositivesureunequivocalunquestionable

   Antonymeambiguousdoubtfulequivocalindefinitequestionableuncertain

3. Clearly recognizable or distinctB2informal

   Easily distinguishable or identifiable.

   Deutlich erkennbar

   • The building has a definite shape from a distance.
   • There is a definite smell of fresh bread in the bakery.
   • You could see a definite improvement in her performance.

   Synonymeapparentcleardistinctevidentmanifestobviouspalpableplainunambiguousunmistakable

   Antonymeambiguousindistinctunclearvague