Meaning & Definition of word "Incomplete"

Incomplete

/ɪn.kəmˈpliːt/

adjective:

  • 1. Not having all the parts or elements; lacking something essential.
    • Example: The report was deemed incomplete because it was missing key statistics.
  • 2. Not fully performed or executed; unfinished.
    • Example: She turned in an incomplete assignment that needed more research.
  • 3. Not having a full or adequate sense of something; insufficient.
    • Example: His understanding of the topic was incomplete, which led to confusion during the discussion.
  • 4. Existing only in part; fragmented.
    • Example: The incomplete puzzle left many pieces scattered on the table.

Etymology

From Latin 'incompletus', from 'in-' meaning 'not' + 'completus' meaning 'complete'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

incomplete task:

A task that has not been finished.

incomplete thoughts:

Ideas or expressions that are not fully developed.

incomplete data:

Information that is missing crucial elements for analysis.

Related Words

complete:

Having all necessary parts or elements.

completeness:

The state of being complete.

completion:

The act of finishing something.

Slang Meanings of incomplete

Meaning: Half-baked

Example Sentence: His ideas were half-baked and needed more thought.

Meaning: Not all there

Example Sentence: She seems not all there when it comes to decision-making.