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indefinable

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌɪn.dɪˈfaɪ.nə.bəl/

KK: /ɪndɪˈfaɪnəbl/

adjective
Definition

Something that cannot be clearly defined or described.


Example

The beauty of the sunset was indefinable, leaving everyone speechless.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever felt an emotion that was just indefinable?
Sloth B
Yeah, I think I've experienced that before, especially during big moments.
Sloth A
It's strange how some feelings can't really be put into words.
Sloth B
Exactly! Those moments are often the most memorable.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
vague
ambiguous
nebulous
Antonyms
definite
clear
specific
noun
Definition

A person or thing that cannot be clearly defined or described.


Example

The concept of love can sometimes feel like an indefinable experience.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever met someone with an indefinable charm?
Sloth B
I think so! It's like you can't quite put your finger on why they're so appealing.
Sloth A
Exactly! It's like their personality just draws you in.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

Indefinable → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not), "definire" (from Latin, meaning to define), and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "indefinable" means not capable of being defined or described clearly.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being able to 'define' something ('definire') — that's why indefinable means something that cannot be clearly defined.

Visually Confused Words
undefinable
definable
defiable
undefinably
undefilable
indivinable
unfinable
refinable
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Right? Some people just have that special something that feels indefinable.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
enigmatic
mysterious
ambiguous
Antonyms
definable
clear
certain