AWL Sublist 1 · Academic Word

definition

/ˌdefɪˈnɪʃən/ Syllables: def·i·ˈni·tion

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Arabic Translation & Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

A statement that explains the exact meaning of a word, phrase, or concept.

Synonyms

explanation meaning description

Antonyms

None available

Translations

definition in Arabic

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Arabic Meaning

تعريف، تحديد

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Easy Explanation (Arabic)

شرح معنى كلمة أو عبارة بشكل واضح ودقيق.

Easy Explanation

A definition tells you exactly what a word or idea means. Good academic writing requires clear definitions of key terms.

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Memory TipDefinition comes from 'define' — to mark the boundaries of meaning clearly.

Contextual Examples

The paper begins with a clear definition of what is meant by sustainable development.

Academic writers must provide precise definitions for all technical terms they use.

By definition, a hypothesis is an unproven explanation that can be tested.

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