indefinite

[in-def-uh-nit] / ɪnˈdɛf ə nɪt /

ADJECTIVE

ambiguous, vague

Synonyms

STRONGEST

infinite undefined undetermined unlimited

WEAK

broad confused doubtful dubious equivocal evasive general ill-defined imprecise indeterminable indeterminate indistinct inexact inexhaustible innumerable intangible loose obscure shadowy uncertain unclear undependable unfixed unknown unsettled unspecific unsure wide

Antonyms

STRONGEST

bounded definite finite limited

WEAK

certain distinct sure

Example Sentences

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“Stalled peace talks have raised the prospect of an indefinite disruption to oil supplies from the Persian Gulf,” analysts at ANZ said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

While I am grateful she has had the financial cushion to step back, I worry that this chapter has drifted into something more indefinite.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 25, 2026

In announcing an indefinite extension to the cease-fire with Iran Tuesday, Trump said External link that the U.S. blockade would remain in place.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Yes, the Lakers are beginning this tournament seriously hampered by the indefinite absences of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

And yet, positively: The ability to consider experience so abstractly allowed me to shape into desire what would otherwise have remained indefinite, meaningless longing in the British Museum.

From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez

Vocabulary lists containing indefinite

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Means to an End: Fin

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