defined
Given precise meaning
Defined describes something with clear boundaries or distinct outlines.
A well-defined muscle shows visible shape; a well-defined goal is specific and measurable.
In math, a function is defined when its behavior is specified for given inputs.
Something undefined lacks these clear limits: The project's scope remained undefined.
Perfectly correct, no deviation
- specificClearly defined, not vague
- particularSpecific or fussy
- detailedFull of specifics
- explicitClearly and directly expressed
pinpoint · accurate · meticulous · rigorous · quantified · calibrated · measured · concrete
Formal boundary setting
- bordersLines separating regions
- limitsImposed maximum points
- parametersDefined boundaries or constraints
- confinesEnclosed boundaries or limits
edges · perimeter · scope · range · extent · territory · jurisdiction · threshold
Clearly perceived or understood
- obviousEasily perceived, unmistakable
- apparentClearly seen or understood
- unambiguousAllowing single interpretation only
- explicitClearly and directly expressed
unmistakable · transparent · manifest · lucid · intelligible · comprehensible · understandable · conspicuous
What something signifies
- interpretationAssigned meaning
- elucidationAct of explaining clearly
- clarificationMaking meaning plain
- explicationDetailed interpretive analysis
exposition · annotation · glossary · commentary · description · characterized · articulated · documented
Firmly committed to purpose
- decisiveQuick to conclude
- unwaveringSteady and unchanging
- steadfastFirmly loyal, unshakeable
- firmSolid or resolute
committed · persistent · tenacious · purposeful · single-minded · adamant · dogged · persevering
Bounding line of shape
- silhouetteFilled-in outline shape
- profileSide-facing outline
- shapeExternal outline of something
- formShape or document
sketch · trace · delineated · etched · drawn · rendered · depicted · illustrated
exact
Perfectly correct, no deviation
- specificClearly defined, not vague
- particularSpecific or fussy
- detailedFull of specifics
explicit · pinpoint · accurate · meticulous · rigorous · quantified · calibrated · measured · concrete · particularized
demarcation
Formal boundary setting
- bordersLines separating regions
- limitsImposed maximum points
- parametersDefined boundaries or constraints
confines · edges · perimeter · scope · range · extent · territory · jurisdiction · threshold · margin
evident
Clearly perceived or understood
- obviousEasily perceived, unmistakable
- apparentClearly seen or understood
- unambiguousAllowing single interpretation only
explicit · unmistakable · transparent · manifest · lucid · intelligible · comprehensible · understandable · conspicuous · perceptible
meaning
What something signifies
- interpretationAssigned meaning
- elucidationAct of explaining clearly
- clarificationMaking meaning plain
explication · exposition · annotation · glossary · commentary · description · characterized · articulated · documented · specified
determined
Firmly committed to purpose
- decisiveQuick to conclude
- unwaveringSteady and unchanging
- steadfastFirmly loyal, unshakeable
firm · committed · persistent · tenacious · purposeful · single-minded · adamant · dogged · persevering · unyielding
contour
Bounding line of shape
- silhouetteFilled-in outline shape
- profileSide-facing outline
- shapeExternal outline of something
form · sketch · trace · delineated · etched · drawn · rendered · depicted · illustrated · schematic
definedundefined
Not clearly delineated
vague · unclear · nebulous · ambiguous · indefinite
definedblurry
Indistinct, lacking definition
blurred · fuzzy · indistinct · unfocused · ill-defined
- high definitionSuperior visual resolution
- by definitionAs a matter of meaning
- defining momentCrucial event shaping outcome
- dictionary definitionA word's stated meaning
- definite maybeSelf-canceling tentative agreement
- muscle definitionVisible contour of physique
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