B2 verb 中性

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.

例句

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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.

词族

名词
definiteness
Verb
define
副词
definitely
形容词
definite
相关
definition
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记忆技巧

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.

快速测验

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

正确!

正确答案是: definite

例句

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.

词族

名词
definiteness
Verb
define
副词
definitely
形容词
definite
相关
definition

常见搭配

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

常用短语

definite article

definite article (the word 'the')

a definite plus

a definite plus (a clear advantage)

nothing definite

nothing definite (no fixed plans yet)

容易混淆的词

definite vs definitive

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

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使用说明

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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常见错误

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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记忆技巧

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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词源

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

语法模式

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).

快速测验

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

正确!

正确答案是: definite

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