Määratlusel

Määratlusel is a Finnish word that translates to "at definition" or "by definition." It is a postposition, meaning it follows the noun or pronoun it modifies, and it indicates that something is true or valid according to the established meaning or concept of that thing.

The word is commonly used in contexts where a statement is being made based on the inherent nature or agreed-upon understanding of a subject. For example, one might say "Se on määratlusel vaikeaa" which translates to "It is difficult by definition." This implies that the inherent nature of the task or situation makes it difficult, not due to external factors, but because of its very definition.

In more formal settings, "määratlusel" can be used to clarify the scope or boundaries of a term or concept. It emphasizes that a particular characteristic or attribute is integral to the definition itself. The usage of "määratlusel" serves to reinforce the certainty or inevitability of a characteristic being associated with something due to its fundamental meaning. It is a way to express that a quality is not contingent but rather intrinsic to the subject's established identity.