Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

definitive

adjective
/dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/
Definition
The most authoritative or conclusive; serving to define or limit the meaning of something.
Examples
  • Her definitive guide to cooking has become a bestseller.
  • The court’s ruling was definitive, leaving no opportunity for appeal.
  • This document serves as a definitive proof of ownership.
Meaning
Something that is final and leaves no room for doubt or uncertainty.
Synonyms
  • final
  • conclusive
  • authoritative
  • unambiguous
  • decisive