indeterminate
IPA: ɪndɪtˈɝmɪnɪt
noun
- (algebra, strict sense) A symbol that resembles a variable or parameter but is used purely formally and neither signifies nor is ever assigned a particular value;
adjective
- Not accurately determined or determinable.
- Imprecise or vague.
- (mathematical analysis, of certain forms of limit) Not definitively or precisely determined, because of the presence of infinity or zero symbols used in any of several improper combinations.
- (biology, of growth) With no genetically defined end, and thus theoretically limitless.
- (botany, of inflorescences) Not topped with some form of terminal bud.
- Intersex.
- (architecture) Designed to allow the incorporation of future changes whose nature is not yet known.
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Examples of "indeterminate" in Sentences
- The outcome of the experiment was indeterminate, leaving the researchers unsure of the results
- She found herself in a state of indeterminate confusion, unable to make a decision
- The length of the meeting was indeterminate, as there was no set end time
- The committee's decision was left indeterminate due to conflicting opinions among members
- The future of the project remained indeterminate, awaiting further information before moving forward
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