- Normal Definition
This is when we break down the term into parts.
- Stipulative Definition
This gives meaning to a new term. Example: AIDS as Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
- Lexual Definition
It is real definition of a term.
- Analytical Definition
This states what a thing is form its genus and species.
- Ostensive Definition
It defines a thing by pointing at it.
- Descriptive Definition
It defines a thing by listing its external features.
- Synonymous Definition
It defines a thing by giving another name for it.
