Meaning & Definition of word "Indefinite"

Indefinite

/ɪnˈdɛfɪnɪt/

noun:

  • 1. An indefinite pronoun or adjective.
    • Example: ''Anyone'' and ''something'' are examples of indefinite pronouns.

adjective:

  • 1. Not definite; not having fixed or specific limits.
    • Example: The project has an indefinite timeline, which makes planning difficult.
  • 2. Not clear or certain.
    • Example: She gave an indefinite answer that left us all confused.
  • 3. Not clearly identifiable or not specified.
    • Example: There was an indefinite number of volunteers who showed up for the event.

Etymology

From Latin 'indefinitus', meaning 'unbounded, uncertain'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

indefinite article:

An article that does not specify a particular noun, such as 'a' or 'an'.

indefinite time:

A time that is not precisely stated or known.

Related Words

definite:

Having a clear or fixed limit; precise.

define:

To state the meaning of a word or phrase.

Slang Meanings of indefinite