define

• Verbe utilisé pour indiquer ou décrire précisément la nature, les limites ou la signification de quelque chose, ou pour établir clairement les caractéristiques d'un concept, d'un terme ou d'une situation.

A verb used to state or describe exactly the nature, scope, or meaning of something.

1. State the meaningA2formal

   To explain or state the precise meaning of a word, phrase, or concept.

   définir (sens : énoncer le sens)

   • The dictionary defines 'love' as a strong affection.
   • Can you define the term 'photosynthesis'?
   • The teacher asked the students to define the key vocabulary words.

   Synonymesclarifydescribeelucidateexplainexpoundglossinterpretparaphrasespell out

   Antonymesconfuseequivocateobscure

2. Mark the limitsB2formal

   To mark out the boundaries or limits of something.

   délimiter

   • The river defines the border between the two countries.
   • Clear rules define the scope of the project.
   • The contract defines the responsibilities of each party.

   Synonymesboundcircumscribedelimitdelineatedemarcatemark off

3. Characterize or distinguishB2formal

   To be a characteristic or distinctive feature of someone or something.

   caractériser, distinguer

   • Her dedication defines her as a leader.
   • The unique architecture defines the city's skyline.
   • What defines a successful career in your opinion?

   Synonymescharacterizedistinguishmarktypify