definitively-held
|de-fin-i-tive-ly-held|
/dɪˈfɪnɪtɪvli hɛld/
conclusively held
Etymology
'definitively-held' originates from the Latin word 'definitivus,' where 'definit-' meant 'set boundaries' and 'held' from Old English 'healdan,' meaning 'to hold.'
'definitivus' transformed into the French word 'définitif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'definitive.' 'Healdan' evolved into 'held' in Middle English.
Initially, 'definitive' meant 'setting boundaries,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'conclusive or final.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
firmly or conclusively held; not subject to change or dispute.
The decision was definitively-held, leaving no room for further debate.
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Last updated: 2025/04/24 06:43