definition

An explanation of what a word, phrase, or sign means.

• The dictionary gives a simple definition.
• Can you explain the definition of this term?
• These two definitions describe slightly different meanings.

How to use it: definition of something (What is the definition of this word?)

Similar words: explanation

Common phrases: definition of something, dictionary definition, clear definition

How clearly you can see the small details in an image.

• The new screen gives better definition.
• The photograph lost definition when we enlarged it.
• These videos were recorded in high definition.

Similar words: clarity, sharpness

Opposites: blur

Common phrases: high definition, image definition, poor definition

The clear shape or edges of something, especially part of the body.

• The jacket gives her waist more definition.
• Regular exercise improved his muscle definition.
• Soft lighting reduced the definition of the sculpture’s edges.

Similar words: distinctness

Common phrases: muscle definition, waist definition, clear definition