Definition

Something that cannot be determined or decided.

Example

The outcome of the experiment was undeterminable due to various unpredictable factors.

Conversation

I heard they can’t figure out the cause of the issue.

Yeah, it seems to be undeterminable at this point.

That’s frustrating! I wish they could give us some answers soon.

I know, right? It's hard to plan when things are so undeterminable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Undeterminable → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "determinare" (from Latin, meaning to limit or define), and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "undeterminable" means not capable of being defined or limited.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being able to 'define' ('determinare') something — that's why undeterminable means something that cannot be defined.

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