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definitive
definitivereliable; complete: the definitive works of Shakespeare; satisfying all criteria: a definitive scientific study; absolute, ultimate, supreme
Not to be confused with:definite – precise; exact; positive; certain: a definite decision; specific: a definite time; particular; well-definedde·fin·i·tive D0094800 (dĭ-fĭn′ĭ-tĭv)adj.1. Serving to define or identify as distinct from others: "The Enlightenment pushed this project further trying to make science and its hallmark method definitive of the rational life" (Peter Machamer).2. Supplying or being a final settlement or decision; conclusive: "The fall of the city Constantine had founded marked the definitive end of the Christian Eastern Empire" (James Carroll). See Synonyms at decisive.3. Authoritative and complete: a definitive biography. See Usage Note at definite.4. Mass produced in indefinite quantities over an indefinite period of time. Used of postage stamps.5. Biology Fully formed or developed, as an organ or structure.n.1. Grammar A word that defines or limits, such as the definite article or a demonstrative pronoun.2. A definitive postage stamp.
de·fin′i·tive·ly adv.de·fin′i·tive·ness n.definitive (dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv) adj1. serving to decide or settle finally; conclusive2. (Literary & Literary Critical Terms) most reliable, complete, or authoritative: the definitive reading of a text. 3. serving to define or outline4. (Zoology) zoology fully developed; complete: the definitive form of a parasite. 5. (Philately) a. (of postage stamps) permanently on saleb. (as noun) a definitive postage stampn (Grammar) grammar a word indicating specificity of reference, such as the definite article or a demonstrative adjective or pronoun deˈfinitively adv deˈfinitiveness nde•fin•i•tive (dɪˈfɪn ɪ tɪv)
adj. 1. most reliable or complete, as of a text, author, study, or the like. 2. serving to define or specify definitely: a definitive statement. 3. satisfying all criteria: the definitive treatment for an infection. 4. Biol. fully developed; complete. n. 5. a postage stamp on sale for an extended period of time, usu. part of a set of similar design and differing denominations. [1350–1400; < Old French < Latin] de•fin′i•tive•ly, adv. de•fin′i•tive•ness, n. Thesaurus| Adj. | 1. | definitive - clearly defined or formulated; "the plain and unequivocal language of the laws"- R.B.Taneyunequivocalexplicit, expressed - precisely and clearly expressed or readily observable; leaving nothing to implication; "explicit instructions"; "she made her wishes explicit"; "explicit sexual scenes" | | 2. | definitive - of recognized authority or excellence; "the definitive work on Greece"; "classical methods of navigation"classic, classical, authoritativestandard - established or well-known or widely recognized as a model of authority or excellence; "a standard reference work"; "the classical argument between free trade and protectionism" | | 3. | definitive - supplying or being a final or conclusive settlement; "a definitive verdict"; "a determinate answer to the problem"determinateconclusive - forming an end or termination; especially putting an end to doubt or question; "conclusive proof"; "the evidence is conclusive" |
definitiveadjective1. final, convincing, absolute, clinching, decisive, definite, conclusive, irrefutable No one has come up with a definitive answer to that question.2. authoritative, greatest, ultimate, reliable, most significant, exhaustive, superlative, mother of all (informal) It is still the definitive book on the islands.definitiveadjectiveServing the function of deciding or settling with finality:authoritative, conclusive, decisive, determinative, final.Translationsοριστικόςdefinitivodéfinitifdefinitivodefinitivodefinitive
definitive1. Zoology fully developed; complete 2. (of postage stamps) permanently on sale definitive
definitive (dĭ-fĭn′ĭ-tĭv)adj. Biology Fully formed or developed, as an organ or structure.
de·fin′i·tive·ly adv.de·fin′i·tive·ness n.de·fin·i·tive (dĕ-fin'i-tiv) Fully differentiated or developed. Patient discussion about definitiveQ. What is the Definition of Anemia? My doctor told me I have anemia, based on my latest blood tests. What is anemia?A. In laymans terms it is low iron. Most women get it sometime in their lives due to menstration and other factors. You need to increase your iron intake. Lots of beets, beans, spinich, and lots of other foods can help. Q. what is the definition of Autism? how would i know if one is autistic and the other one is not , or has only minor disorder ? A. Autism is a brain development disorder that is characterized by impaired social interaction and communication, and restricted and repetitive behavior, all starting before a child is three years old. This set of signs distinguishes autism from milder autism spectrum disorders (ASD) such as pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified. Diagnosis should be made if suspected, by a specialits in child psychiatry or child developement. Q. What is the definition of Autism? A. Autism is defined by symptoms from each of the following three categories: qualitative impairment in social interaction, impairment in communication, and restricted repetitive and stereotyped patterns of behavior or interests.
By definition, the onset of autistic disorder is before the age of 3 years, although in some cases, it is not recognized until a child is much older.
You may read more here:
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/autism.html
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Related to Definitive: definitive careDefinitiveConclusive; ending all controversy and discussion in a lawsuit. That which is definitive is capable of finally and completely settling a legal question or action. A definitive judgment is final and not provisional; a definitive sentence mandates imprisonment for a certain specified period of time. DEFINITIVE. That which terminates a suit a definitive sentence or judgment is put in opposition to an interlocutory judgment; final. (q.v.) definitive
Related to definitive: definitive careSynonyms for definitiveadj finalSynonyms- final
- convincing
- absolute
- clinching
- decisive
- definite
- conclusive
- irrefutable
adj authoritativeSynonyms- authoritative
- greatest
- ultimate
- reliable
- most significant
- exhaustive
- superlative
- mother of all
Synonyms for definitiveadj serving the function of deciding or settling with finalitySynonyms- authoritative
- conclusive
- decisive
- determinative
- final
Synonyms for definitiveadj clearly defined or formulatedSynonymsRelated Wordsadj of recognized authority or excellenceSynonyms- classic
- classical
- authoritative
Related Wordsadj supplying or being a final or conclusive settlementSynonymsRelated Words |