Definition

The quality or state of not being clearly defined or having no specific limits.

Example

The indefiniteness of the plan made it difficult to execute.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the concept of indefiniteness in life?

Yeah, it can be quite confusing sometimes.

I feel like that indefiniteness makes things more interesting, though.

Definitely! It keeps us guessing and learning new things.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Indefiniteness is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "definitus" (from Latin, meaning defined or limited) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word refers to the state of being not defined or having no clear limits.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') having a 'defined' ('definitus') quality — that's why indefiniteness means the quality of being not defined.

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