Definition

In a way that cannot be determined or defined clearly.

Example

The outcome of the experiment was indeterminably affected by various factors.

Conversation

I’ve been thinking about our plans for the weekend.

Yeah? What’s on your mind?

I feel like the weather is going to change indeterminably again, though.

True, it’s hard to make plans when it’s so unpredictable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Indeterminably → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not), "determinare" (from Latin, meaning to limit or define), and "-ly" (a suffix used to form adverbs). The word "indeterminably" means in a manner that cannot be defined or limited.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'defining' ('determinare') something, which helps you remember that 'indeterminably' refers to something that cannot be clearly defined.

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