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Definitions

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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Yet this scene, too, is ultimately reconfigured in surprising ways, leaving its meanings bracingly indefinite.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

For 21-year-old Vedant Vyas, this meant taking an indefinite leave from the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada, last April so he could work full-time on his AI startup, Opennote.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

Calocane, now 34, is serving an indefinite hospital order.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

However, during the investigation, Doe said that she was placed on indefinite leave while Vichique Maya continued working.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026

I raised my eyes, seeing two indefinite young women in white, looking down at me.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.