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Meaning of defined
The primary meaning of the word "defined" is to clearly explain or describe something, or to show or fix the boundaries or limits of something.
Etymology of defined
The word "defined" originates from the Latin word "definire," which means "to limit" or "to set bounds"
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of explaining or describing something clearly
Synonyms
specified
outlined
clarified
explained
described
detailed
spelled out
laid out
formulated
expressed
stated
declared
announced
proclaimed
enunciated
articulated
delineated
demarcated
established
fixed
settled
determined
resolved
ascertained
confirmed
designated
identified
characterized
classified
categorized
systematized
standardized
regularized
normalized
calibrated
measured
quantified
qualified
certified
authenticated
verified
validated
Definitions
- To explain or describe something clearly and precisely
- * To show or fix the boundaries or limits of something
- * To determine or fix the nature or character of something
Usage Examples
- The company's mission statement clearly defined its goals and objectives
- * The researcher defined the scope of the study to ensure accurate results
- * The artist's use of color and light defined the mood of the painting
Antonyms
undefined
unclear
vague
ambiguous
uncertain
indefinite
indistinct
obscure
murky
fuzzy
hazy
ill-defined
imprecise
inaccurate
incomplete
unfinished
unformed
unstructured
random
arbitrary
capricious
chaotic
disorganized
unregulated
unstandardized