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US/ˈdef.ən.ət/
UK/ˈdef.ɪ.nət/
clear, fixed or certain, and not likely to change
In context
We need a definite answer by Friday so we can book the hotel.
There has been a definite improvement in your writing this term.
'The' is called the definite article in English grammar.
Words that go with definite
adjective + noun
- definite answerI can't give you a definite answer yet.
- definite articleVietnamese learners often forget the definite article.
- definite improvementThere's a definite improvement in the air quality.
- definite plansWe have no definite plans for the holiday.
- nothing definiteNothing definite has been decided about the move.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I will definite come to your party.Correct: I will definitely come to your party.