definitude

[ dih-fin-i-tood, -tyood ]

noun

1. definiteness; exactitude; precision.

Word History and Origins

Origin of definitude¹

First recorded in 1830–40; definite + -tude

Example Sentences

Like most sons seeking such definitude, Downey Jr. came out, he felt, emptyhanded.

From Seattle Times

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