B2 verb Neutro

definite

/ˈdef.ɪ.nət/

To be clearly stated, certain, or fixed in nature. It describes something that is not vague and leaves no room for doubt or confusion.

Exemplos

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1

I 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.

2

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.

3

That's a definite 'no' from my parents regarding the party.

That's a definite 'no' from my parents regarding the party.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
definiteness
Verb
define
Advérbio
definitely
Adjetivo
definite
Relacionado
definition
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Dica de memorização

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.

Quiz rápido

We haven't made any ____ plans for the summer vacation yet.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: definite

Exemplos

1

I need a definite answer by tomorrow so I can book the flights.

everyday

I need a definite answer by tomorrow so I can book the flights.

2

The evidence provided a definite link between the suspect and the crime scene.

formal

The evidence provided a definite link between the suspect and the crime scene.

3

That's a definite 'no' from my parents regarding the party.

informal

That's a definite 'no' from my parents regarding the party.

4

The study observed a definite trend toward urbanization in the late 20th century.

academic

The study observed a definite trend toward urbanization in the late 20th century.

5

We saw a definite improvement in sales figures after the new campaign launched.

business

We saw a definite improvement in sales figures after the new campaign launched.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
definiteness
Verb
define
Advérbio
definitely
Adjetivo
definite
Relacionado
definition

Colocações comuns

definite answer definite answer
definite plans definite plans
definite advantage definite advantage
definite proof definite proof
definite trend definite trend

Frases Comuns

definite article

definite article (the word 'the')

a definite plus

a definite plus (a clear advantage)

nothing definite

nothing definite (no fixed plans yet)

Frequentemente confundido com

definite vs definitive

'Definite' means clear or certain, while 'definitive' means the final, most authoritative, or best example of something.

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Notas de uso

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'.

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Erros comuns

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.

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Dica de memorização

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.

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Origem da palavra

From the Latin 'definitus', which is the past participle of 'definire', meaning 'to limit, determine, or explain'.

Padrões gramaticais

Used as an attributive adjective before a noun (e.g., definite plans). Used as a predicative adjective after linking verbs (e.g., The results are definite).

Quiz rápido

We haven't made any ____ plans for the summer vacation yet.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: definite

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