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Def

dɛf
Common
~ 4300
~ 4300, Common
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Informal abbreviation for 'definitely', Informal abbreviation for 'definition', Informal abbreviation for 'defensive'

Def - Meanings

Informal abbreviation for 'definitely'

Example: I'll def be there for the party tonight.
Usage: informalContext: casual conversations, texting, social media
Note: Commonly used in informal written and spoken English.

Informal abbreviation for 'definition'

Example: The def of 'success' varies from person to person.
Usage: informalContext: casual discussions, online forums
Note: Used to refer to the meaning of a word or concept in a more casual setting.

Informal abbreviation for 'defensive'

Example: She always gets def when someone criticizes her work.
Usage: informalContext: everyday conversations, social situations
Note: Used to describe someone's behavior or attitude when feeling defensive.

Def's synonyms

cool

Cool is used to describe something fashionable, impressive, or attractive.
Example: That skateboard trick was so cool!
Note: Cool has a broader and more positive connotation compared to 'def'.

awesome

Awesome means extremely impressive or daunting; inspiring great admiration, apprehension, or fear.
Example: The concert last night was awesome!
Note: Awesome conveys a strong sense of admiration and excitement, similar to 'def' but with a more intense tone.

dope

Dope is slang for something that is excellent, cool, or stylish.
Example: That new song is so dope!
Note: Dope is a more casual and slang term compared to 'def', often used in informal contexts.

Def expressions, common phrases

Definitely

Certainly; without a doubt; for sure.
Example: I will definitely be there for the meeting tomorrow.
Note: Derived from 'definite,' emphasizing certainty.

Defend oneself

To protect or guard oneself against harm or danger.
Example: He had to defend himself in court against the accusations.
Note: Taking action to protect oneself rather than just stating a fact.

Defensive

Being on guard or protecting oneself from criticism or attack.
Example: She became defensive when questioned about her actions.
Note: Involves a reactive stance to perceived threats.

Defer to someone

To yield or submit to someone else's opinion, judgment, or decision.
Example: I will defer to John's expertise on this matter.
Note: Acknowledging someone else's authority or expertise.

Defuse a situation

To make a tense or dangerous situation less hostile or dangerous.
Example: She managed to defuse the tension in the room with her calm demeanor.
Note: Actively calming a situation to prevent escalation.

Deficient in

Lacking in something; not having enough of a particular quality or attribute.
Example: The report highlighted areas where the company was deficient in resources.
Note: Emphasizes a lack or insufficiency rather than a fixed state.

Defy expectations

To go against or challenge what is expected or predicted.
Example: The team's performance defied all expectations and won the championship.
Note: Actively going against what is anticipated or assumed.

Def everyday (slang) expressions

Def

Shortened form of 'definitely' or 'cool', used to express approval or positivity.
Example: That party was def last night!
Note: Differs from 'definitely' in that it's mainly used informally to describe something as awesome or excellent.

Deffo

Informal abbreviation of 'definitely', indicating agreement or certainty.
Example: I'm deffo down for that plan!
Note: A casual and shortened way of saying 'definitely', commonly used in spoken language.

Defo

Casual and shortened form of 'definitely', used to express agreement or confirmation.
Example: Are we still on for tomorrow? - Defo!
Note: Similar in meaning to 'definitely' but used more informally in spoken language.

On the def

Being on point or excellent in performance or appearance.
Example: His dance moves were on the def last night!
Note: A casual way to describe something as outstanding or top-notch, derived from the original meaning of 'definite'.

Definitely-o

A quirky or playful way of emphasizing something as absolutely true or evident.
Example: That concert was definitely-o the best I've been to!
Note: Adds a playful or humorous tone to the word 'definitely', making it stand out in spoken language.

Defy

To challenge or resist expectations or norms.
Example: She totally defies the odds with her talent!
Note: While 'defy' is related to 'definite' in meaning, it emphasizes going against conventional beliefs or restrictions.

Definitely-not

A humorous or sarcastic way of expressing strong disagreement or disapproval.
Example: Am I interested in that idea? Definitely-not!
Note: Contrary to 'definitely', 'definitely-not' is used jokingly to convey a negative or opposing sentiment.

Def - Examples

The dictionary defines the word "defenestration" as "the act of throwing someone or something out of a window."
The scientist defined the term "photosynthesis" as "the process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll."
The company has a clearly defined mission statement that outlines its goals and values.

Def grammar

Def - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: def
Conjugations
Syllabification and Stress
def Contains 1 syllables: def
Phonetic transcription:
def , (The red syllable is stressed)

Def - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
def: ~ 4300 (Common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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