English adjective: definitive | |||
1. | definitive clearly defined or formulated | ||
Samples | The plain and unequivocal language of the laws. | ||
Synonyms | unequivocal | ||
Similar | explicit, expressed | ||
Antonyms | implicit, inexplicit | ||
2. | definitive of recognized authority or excellence | ||
Samples | The definitive work on Greece. Classical methods of navigation. | ||
Synonyms | authoritative, classic, classical | ||
Similar | standard | ||
Antonyms | nonstandard | ||
3. | definitive supplying or being a final or conclusive settlement | ||
Samples | A definitive verdict. A determinate answer to the problem. | ||
Synonyms | determinate | ||
Similar | conclusive | ||
Antonyms | inconclusive | ||