Definite
Definite adjective - Having distinct or certain limits.
Legitimate and definite are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Legitimate" instead an adjective "Definite".
Legitimate
Legitimate adjective - Permitted by law.
Definite and legitimate are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Definite" instead an adjective "Legitimate".
Related pairs
Both words in one sentence
- In the early seasons, Lionel Luthor, while Affably Evil, shows definite signs of legitimate jerkassery, mostly toward his son Lex but toward other characters as well.
Source: Jerkass / Live-Action TV -
The legitimate government only maintains solid, definite control over parts of New England, with the entire rest of the country actively disputed between the government, the Free States, and other, smaller militia groups.
Source: Comic Book / DMZ
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