Words Like DEFINITION

We have put together a list of words that are similar to DEFINITION.

4 Alternative Words Similar to definition

1 Account Noun      Synonym Words Like Account
2 Explanation Noun      Synonym Words Like Explanation
3 Sort Noun      Synonym Words Like Sort
4 Redefinition Noun      Hyponym

2 examples of definition

1 a telescope accurate in definition
2 the definition of “circle;” the definition of “wit;” an exact definition; a loose definition.

10 definitions of definition

1 The act of defining; determination of the limits.
2 Act of ascertaining and explaining the signification; a description of a thing by its properties; an explanation of the meaning of a word or term
3 Description; sort.
4 An exact enunciation of the constituents which make up the logical essence.
5 Distinctness or clearness, as of an image formed by an optical instrument; precision in detail.
6 a concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol
7 clarity of outline
8 A statement conveying fundamental character.
9 A statement of the meaning of a word, phrase, or term, as in a dictionary entry.
10 The act or process of stating a precise meaning or significance; formulation of a meaning.
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