Definite and Literal

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Definite

Definite adjective - So clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning.
Usage example: a definite instruction not to let anyone in the house while the parents were out for the evening
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Literal and definite are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Literal" instead an adjective "Definite".
Nearby Words: definitely, definitive, definition, definitively

Literal

Literal adjective - Restricted to or based on fact.
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Definite and literal are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Definite" instead an adjective "Literal".
Nearby Words: literary, literate, literally, literalism

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  • Video Game / Super Mario Galaxy A God Am I: Not quite as literal as in the sequel, perhaps, but Bowser has definite shades of this trope in this game.
    Source: Video Game / Super Mario Galaxy
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