Indefinible (en. Indefinable)
/indeˈfini.βle/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
It refers to something that cannot be defined or that eludes precise description.
The beauty of that landscape was indefinable.
La belleza de aquel paisaje era indefinible.
That which is so complex or abstract that it is difficult to categorize.
His emotional state was indefinable at that moment.
Su estado emocional era indefinible en ese momento.
The quality of being unable to be pinpointed or explained.
The art he creates is completely indefinable.
El arte que crea es completamente indefinible.
Etymology
It comes from the combination of the prefix 'in-' which indicates negation and 'definable,' derived from the Latin 'definibilis.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
indefinable taste
A pleasure or enjoyment that cannot be described with words.
indefinible gusto
indefinable connection
A bond that is felt but cannot be clearly explained.
indefinible conexión
Related Words
definable
That which can be clearly defined.
definible
indefinition
The condition of not being defined or being ambiguous.
indefinición
Slang Meanings
Unmistakable
That style is indefinable and you will always recognize it.
Ese estilo es indefinible y siempre lo reconocerás.
Fleeting
The feeling of happiness I had was indefinable and fleeting.
La sensación de felicidad que tuve fue indefinible y fugaz.