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.
例句
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.
词族
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
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.
词族
常见搭配
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' means clear or certain, while 'definitive' means the final, most authoritative, or best example of something.
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'.
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.
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.
词源
From the Latin 'definitus', which is the past participle of 'definire', meaning 'to limit, determine, or explain'.
语法模式
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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