definite; fixed; certain; specific; considerable
Meanings
5 senses · 17 examplesadjective
specified; predetermined; fixed
Used as an attributive adjective to describe procedures, rules, or standards that have been set in advance.
You must operate according to the specified procedure.
The company has fixed working hours.
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This is a stipulated clause in the contract.
adjective
fixed; unchangeable; inevitable
Describes a constant or necessary relationship that does not change.
The depth of an article does not necessarily have a fixed relationship with its length.
Hard work does not necessarily guarantee success, but no hard work definitely leads to no success.
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The change of seasons follows a fixed pattern.
adverb
definitely; certainly; must
Used as an adverb to express determination, certainty, or strong inference.
I must definitely study hard.
He hasn't come back after all this time; he definitely missed the bus.
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Don't worry, I will definitely help you.
He hasn't replied to the message this late; he must be working overtime.
adjective
specific; particular
Used as an attributive adjective to indicate something belonging to a particular category, time, or place.
A specific culture is a reflection of the politics and economy of a specific society.
Under specific conditions, water turns into ice.
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This is a product designed for a specific group of people.
adjective
considerable; substantial; some
Used as an attributive adjective to indicate a notable or moderate degree, often when the exact amount is not specified.
Our work has already achieved considerable success.
This thesis has a certain level of quality.
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He has a considerable understanding of this field.
The investment carries some risk.