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- [dih-fahynd]
- /dɪˈfaɪnd/
- /dɪˈfaɪn/
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- [dih-fahynd]
- /dɪˈfaɪnd/
Definitions of defined word
- adjective defined If something is clearly defined or strongly defined, its outline is clear or strong. 4
- adjective defined determined, fixed, or clearly marked out as to extent, outline, or form: an itchy red rash with sharply defined edges. 1
- verb with object defined to state or set forth the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.): They disagreed on how to define “liberal.”. 1
- verb with object defined to explain or identify the nature or essential qualities of; describe: to define judicial functions. 1
- verb with object defined to fix or lay down clearly and definitely; specify distinctly: to define one's responsibilities. Synonyms: state, name, describe, detail, enumerate. 1
- verb with object defined to determine or fix the boundaries or extent of: to define property with stakes. 1
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Origin of defined
First appearance:
before 1720 One of the 49% newest English words
First recorded in 1720-30; define + -ed2
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Parts of speech for Defined
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
defined popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 98% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
defined usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for defined
adjective defined
- clear — Something that is clear is easy to understand, see, or hear.
- distinct — distinguished as not being the same; not identical; separate (sometimes followed by from): His private and public lives are distinct.
- definite — If something such as a decision or an arrangement is definite, it is firm and clear, and unlikely to be changed.
- well-defined — sharply or clearly stated, outlined, described, etc.: a well-defined character; a well-defined boundary.
- demarcated — to determine or mark off the boundaries or limits of: to demarcate a piece of property.
Antonyms for defined
adjective defined
- indistinct — not distinct; not clearly marked or defined: indistinct markings.
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