Definitive

Pronunciation: /dɪˈfɪn.ə.tɪv/

Definitions of definitive

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case, 'definitive' describes something that is authoritative or conclusive

Example Sentences

A1 The definitive answer is yes or no.

A2 The book provides a definitive guide to cooking techniques.

B1 The research paper offers a definitive conclusion on the topic.

B2 The scientist's study is considered the definitive work on climate change.

C1 The court's ruling is seen as the definitive decision in the case.

C2 Her expertise in the field is considered definitive by her peers.

Examples of definitive in a Sentence

formal The committee reached a definitive conclusion after reviewing all the evidence.

informal I think we can finally say that this is the definitive answer to our question.

slang That movie is the definitive best of the year, hands down.

figurative Her smile was the definitive sunshine on a cloudy day.

Grammatical Forms of definitive

• past tense: defined
• plural: definitives
• comparative: more definitive
• superlative: most definitive
• present tense: define
• future tense: will define
• perfect tense: has defined
• continuous tense: is defining
• singular: definitive
• positive degree: definitive
• infinitive: to define
• gerund: defining
• participle: defined

Origin and Evolution of definitive

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'definitive' originated from the Latin word 'definitivus', which is derived from the verb 'definire' meaning 'to limit or define'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 14th century to mean 'having the power or quality of defining', the word 'definitive' evolved to also signify 'authoritative, decisive, or final' in the English language.