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definite help

[/ˈdɛfənɪt hɛlp/]
noun phrase
ajuda definitiva
1. Assistance or support that is clear, certain, and unambiguous; help that is guaranteed or concrete rather than vague or uncertain
Having a native speaker review your essay would be definite help for improving your writing.
Ter um falante nativo revisando seu ensaio seria uma ajuda definitiva para melhorar sua escrita.
2. Practical aid that clearly addresses a problem or need
The new software was definite help in reducing processing time.
O novo software foi uma ajuda definitiva para reduzir o tempo de processamento.
NYC Slang
solid help / real help
Synonyms
concrete helptangible assistanceclear supportdefinite assistancesure help
Antonyms
vague helpuncertain assistanceunclear supportindefinite help

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ajuda definitiva
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
ajuda concreta
Slightly more emphatic alternative
Portugal
ajuda definitiva
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

lend a hand
give someone a leg up
come in handy
be of service
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