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definitive statement

[/ˌdɛfɪnətɪv ˈsteɪtmənt/]
nounpl: definitive statements
declaração definitiva
1. A conclusive or final statement that is authoritative and leaves no room for doubt or further discussion
The judge's ruling was a definitive statement on the matter.
A sentença do juiz foi uma declaração definitiva sobre o assunto.
2. An authoritative pronouncement that settles a question or issue
The company issued a definitive statement denying all allegations.
A empresa emitiu uma declaração definitiva negando todas as acusações.
Synonyms
conclusive statementfinal statementauthoritative statementcategorical statementbinding statement
Antonyms
tentative statementprovisional statementuncertain statementambiguous statement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
declaração definitiva
Most common and widely understood term
São Paulo
declaração definitiva
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
declaração definitiva
Standard usage
Portugal
declaração definitiva
Also used: 'afirmação definitiva' or 'pronunciamento definitivo'

Related Idioms & Phrases

the final word
the last word
set the record straight
have the final say
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