definitive — final and conclusive; providing a complete and authoritative answer
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: final and conclusive; providing a complete and authoritative answer
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/
Example Sentences
- After three seasons of mystery, the show finally gave us a definitive answer about who ate the last pizza slice in the office.
- The doctor's report will provide a definitive diagnosis of the patient's condition.
- His mother's definitive 'NO' ended all hopes of getting a pet dinosaur for Christmas.
definitive
ADJECTIVE[/dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/]
final and conclusive; providing a complete and authoritative answer
The judge delivers the definitive verdict with a firm gavel strike
From infinitive to positive - this answer is definitive!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'definitivus', derived from 'definire' meaning 'to define' or 'to set limits', which combines 'de-' (completely) and 'finire' (to end or finish).
Breakdown
de- (completely) + fin (end/finish) + -itive (adjective suffix) = definitive (final and conclusive)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“After three seasons of mystery, the show finally gave us a definitive answer about who ate the last pizza slice in the office.”
“The doctor's report will provide a definitive diagnosis of the patient's condition.”
“His mother's definitive 'NO' ended all hopes of getting a pet dinosaur for Christmas.”
“This encyclopedia is considered the definitive reference on marine biology.”
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