定義
A statement of the exact meaning of a word, especially in a dictionary, or the act of making the scope of a concept clear.
Examples
3 of 5幸せの定義は人それぞれ異なる。
The definition of happiness differs for each person.
まず、この論文における用語の定義を行います。
First, I will define the terms in this paper.
仕事の範囲を明確に定義する必要がある。
It is necessary to clearly define the scope of work.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Tei (Fix) + Gi (Meaning). Fixing the meaning of something.
Quick Quiz
この実験において、「成功」をどのように（ ）しますか。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 定義
Examples
幸せの定義は人それぞれ異なる。
everydayThe definition of happiness differs for each person.
まず、この論文における用語の定義を行います。
academicFirst, I will define the terms in this paper.
仕事の範囲を明確に定義する必要がある。
businessIt is necessary to clearly define the scope of work.
法律による厳密な定義が求められている。
formalA strict legal definition is being called for.
「友達」の定義って何だと思う？
informalWhat do you think the definition of 'friend' is?
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
定義づけ
Defining / Categorizing
広義の定義
Definition in a broad sense
狭義の定義
Definition in a narrow sense
Often Confused With
Imi (meaning) is general; Teigi (definition) is formal and precise.
Usage Notes
Usually used as '～を定義する' or '～の定義'. Vital for introducing topics in essays.
Common Mistakes
Sometimes confused with '定員' (capacity/fixed number) due to similar kanji.
Memory Tip
Tei (Fix) + Gi (Meaning). Fixing the meaning of something.
Word Origin
Sino-Japanese word for 'settling the significance'.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
この実験において、「成功」をどのように（ ）しますか。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 定義
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More Academic words
提示
B1The act of showing or offering something for consideration or inspection; presentation.
誇張
B2A statement that represents something as better or worse than it really is. To overstate facts, feelings, or sizes beyond the truth.
正確
B1Free from error; conforming to fact or truth; precise.
効率的
B1Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
核心
B2The core, heart, or essence of a problem or matter. It refers to the most important or central part.
論調
B2The tone, trend, or general drift of an argument or editorial. It refers to the overall stance taken by a writer or a newspaper.
実体
B2The true nature, essence, or substance of something as opposed to its appearance. It can also refer to a physical entity or a real existence.
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