Determinate and General

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Determinate adjective - Having distinct or certain limits.

Usage example: contestants have a determinate length of time to answer the questions

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General is an antonym for determinate.

Nearby Words: determined, determination, determinant, determinative, determinating

General adjective - Not limited or specialized in application or purpose.

Usage example: a general education

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Determinate is an antonym for general.

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