definite
adjective
- having a firm character, certain
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˈdɛfɪnɪt/ / /ˈdɛfənɪt/ / /ˈdɛfənət/
adj
Etymology: From Latin dēfīnītus, past participle of dēfīniō, whence also English define.
- Having distinct limits.
“definite dimensions; a definite measure; a definite period or interval”
“[…] elements combine in definite proportions […]”
- Free from any doubt.
“definite knowledge”
- Determined; resolved; decided.
“[…] idiots in this case of favour would Be wisely definite”
- Designating an identified or immediately identifiable person or thing, or group of persons or things
“the definite article”
noun
Etymology: From Latin dēfīnītus, past participle of dēfīniō, whence also English define.
- A word or phrase that designates a specified or identified person or entity.
- Anything that is defined or determined.