📖define

verb
/dɪˈfaɪn/

Meaning

to explain the meaning of a word, phrase, or concept clearly

Example Sentences

The teacher asked the student to define the word 'democracy'.

Example Expressions

define the terms

Synonyms

explain, describe, clarify, interpret, specify

Antonyms

confuse, obscure

Collocations

define clearly, define precisely, define role, define meaning

More Example Sentences

Each of our roles and responsibilities need to be clearly defined.

Before starting the project, I want to clearly define the scope and budget.

I can confidently say that the purpose of my travel is entirely legitimate and clearly defined.

Related Vocabularies

To give a new and improved form, structure, or appearance to something.
To bring two or more things together to form a single unit.
to transport; to communicate or express; to transfer
to resolve or come to an agreement about something; to establish a residence or position
To block or overcrowd a space, making movement or flow difficult.
to carry out an action or present entertainment; to function

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