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Meaning of indefinite
The primary meaning of the word "indefinite" refers to something that is not clearly defined or determined.
Etymology of indefinite
The word "indefinite" originates from the Latin words "in-" (meaning "not") and "definitus" (meaning "defined" or "determined"), with the suffix "-ite" added to form an adjective
The term has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe something that lacks clear boundaries or definition
Synonyms
vague
unclear
uncertain
ambiguous
indistinct
obscure
undefined
unlimited
endless
infinite
boundless
immeasurable
incalculable
unpredictable
unsettled
undecided
indefinite
indeterminate
unsure
unclear
unconfirmed
unestablished
unspecified
unascertained
unverified
unproven
dubious
questionable
doubtful
questionable
ambiguous
equivocal
obscure
cryptic
enigmatic
mysterious
indefinite
indeterminate
unclear
ambiguous
uncertain
unsure
undefined
unlimited
unrestricted
unbounded
endless
infinite
immeasurable
incalculable
unpredictable
indescribable
Definitions
- Not clearly defined or determined
- * Not having a fixed or specified limit, size, or duration
- * Uncertain or unclear in meaning or intention
Usage Examples
- The company's future plans are indefinite, and it's unclear what direction they will take
- * The teacher left the assignment open to interpretation, leaving the students with an indefinite amount of work to complete
- * The artist's use of color and light created an indefinite atmosphere in the painting
Antonyms
definite
clear
certain
specific
precise
exact
fixed
limited
restricted
bounded
finite
measurable
calculable
predictable
settled
decided
confirmed
established
specified
ascertained
verified
proven
certain
sure
clear
distinct
obvious
unequivocal
unmistakable
explicit