Adjective
definitiv
Pronunciation: /definiˈtiːf/
definitive, conclusive, decisive
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Meanings
Adjective
- definitive, conclusive, decisive
- definite, certain, undoubtable
Example sentence
Eine definitive Antwort kann ich dir erst morgen geben.
I can only give you a definitive answer tomorrow.
Usage
- eine definitive Antwort — The adjective can mean final or conclusive.
- definitiv / vorläufig — These contrast a settled decision with a provisional one.
Eine definitive Entscheidung fällt erst nach dem nächsten Gespräch.
A definitive decision will only be made after the next conversation.