definite
To be clearly stated, certain, or fixed in nature. It describes something that is not vague and leaves no room for doubt or confusion.
예시
3 / 5I need a definite answer by tomorrow so I can book the flights.
I need a definite answer by tomorrow so I can book the flights.
The evidence provided a definite link between the suspect and the crime scene.
The evidence provided a definite link between the suspect and the crime scene.
That's a definite 'no' from my parents regarding the party.
That's a definite 'no' from my parents regarding the party.
어휘 가족
암기 팁
Think of the word 'finite' (which means limited or having an end). If something is 'de-finite', it has clear limits or boundaries, making it certain.
빠른 퀴즈
We haven't made any ____ plans for the summer vacation yet.
정답!
정답은: definite
예시
I need a definite answer by tomorrow so I can book the flights.
everydayI need a definite answer by tomorrow so I can book the flights.
The evidence provided a definite link between the suspect and the crime scene.
formalThe evidence provided a definite link between the suspect and the crime scene.
That's a definite 'no' from my parents regarding the party.
informalThat's a definite 'no' from my parents regarding the party.
The study observed a definite trend toward urbanization in the late 20th century.
academicThe study observed a definite trend toward urbanization in the late 20th century.
We saw a definite improvement in sales figures after the new campaign launched.
businessWe saw a definite improvement in sales figures after the new campaign launched.
어휘 가족
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
definite article
definite article (the word 'the')
a definite plus
a definite plus (a clear advantage)
nothing definite
nothing definite (no fixed plans yet)
자주 혼동되는 단어
'Definite' means clear or certain, while 'definitive' means the final, most authoritative, or best example of something.
사용 참고사항
Use 'definite' when you want to emphasize that a situation or answer is fixed and will not change. It is frequently used before nouns like 'plans', 'answers', or 'proof'.
자주 하는 실수
The most common mistake is the spelling 'definate'; remember it ends in '-ite' like the word 'finite'. Some learners also confuse it with 'definitive' when referring to conclusions.
암기 팁
Think of the word 'finite' (which means limited or having an end). If something is 'de-finite', it has clear limits or boundaries, making it certain.
어원
From the Latin 'definitus', which is the past participle of 'definire', meaning 'to limit, determine, or explain'.
문법 패턴
빠른 퀴즈
We haven't made any ____ plans for the summer vacation yet.
정답!
정답은: definite
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관련 표현
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관련 단어
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