What are some opposite words for definitive?
Antonyms for definitive
dɪˈfɪn ɪ tɪvde·fin·i·tive
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Princeton's WordNet
definitive, unequivocaladjective
clearly defined or formulated
"the plain and unequivocal language of the laws"- R.B.Taney
Antonyms:
inexplicit, inconclusive, nonstandard, implicitSynonyms:
classic, unambiguous, unequivocal, determinate, univocal, authoritative, classicalauthoritative, classical, classic, definitiveadjective
of recognized authority or excellence
"the definitive work on Greece"; "classical methods of navigation"
Antonyms:
implicit, nonstandard, inexplicit, inconclusiveSynonyms:
authorised, classic, authorized, important, unequivocal, determinate, authoritative, classicaldefinitive, determinateadjective
supplying or being a final or conclusive settlement
"a definitive verdict"; "a determinate answer to the problem"
Antonyms:
implicit, inconclusive, inexplicit, nonstandardSynonyms:
authoritative, determinate, classic, unequivocal, classical
How to use definitive in a sentence?
I think this is a definitive roadmap … for my generation to reclaim our country, ... I believe that this is the plan the American people can really coalesce around because this is one that puts people first.
The analysis by O'Brien and colleagues provides incremental insight into the link between genital powder use and ovarian cancer risk but does not provide the definitive evidence.
It is only after the last interglacial [ period ] with the return of cooler conditions that we have definitive evidence for Neanderthals moving into the region, the footprints, therefore, most likely represent humans, or Homo sapiens.
Semi-circular in shape, it would have resembled a( 13cm radius) half dinner plate on its side, these crests probably played a role in the flight dynamics of these creatures, and hopefully future research will deliver more definitive answers.
Vice President Biden on Tuesday:
There were only two people who were definitive and were absolutely certain. Leon Panetta said go, [ Defense Secretary ] Bob Gates … said don’t go. Others were at 59-41.
Words popularity by usage frequency
ranking | word | |
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#10502 | definitive | |
#12234 | implicit | |
#43014 | inconclusive | |
#50268 | nonstandard |
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