definitive

Meanings

• adjective

  Establishing something as definite or authoritative.

• adjective

  Providing a clear and precise explanation or answer.

• adjective

  Serving as a final or conclusive instance or example.

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Synonyms

definitive stamp

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with definitive
conclusive , defensive , precise , sclusive

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Variants

List of all variants of definitive that leads to same result
definitive , definitively , definitiveness , definitivenesses , definitives , definitive host , definitive hosts

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'definitivus', meaning 'defining' or 'making definite'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'definitive' is often used in the world of stamp collecting.

2. The Merriam-Webster Collegiate Dictionary is considered the definitive source for English language definitions.

3. In mathematics, a definitive solution to a problem is one that is complete and unambiguous.

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Related Concepts

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1. Authoritative: Refers to a source or information that is accepted as being accurate and reliable.

2. Conclusive: Refers to a result or argument that is final and not subject to further debate or discussion.

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Culture

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In literature, 'definitive' is often used to describe works that provide a clear and comprehensive understanding of a subject. For example, a definitive biography of a historical figure or a definitive analysis of a literary work.

How to Memorize "definitive"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a judge making a definitive ruling in a courtroom.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'definitive' with the idea of clarity and precision.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym D-E-F-I-N-I-T-I-V-E to remember the meaning: Defining, Establishing, Final, Informative, Necessary, Thorough, Intelligent, Valid, Explanatory.

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