indefinite

in·def·i·nite

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adjective

The definition of indefinite is something that has no exact limits, is vague or that is not clearly defined.

An example of indefinite is when you do not know how long a meeting will last.
An example of indefinite is when you are not certain if you are going to attend a given event or not.

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indefinite

not definite; specif.,

having no exact limits or having no limits at all
not precise or clear in meaning; vague
not sharp or clear in outline; blurred; indistinct
not sure or positive; uncertain
Bot. of no fixed number, or too many to count: said of the stamens, etc. of certain flowers
Gram. not limiting or specifying; not referring to a specific or previously identified person, thing, etc.: “a” and “an” are indefinite articles; “any” is an indefinite pronoun

Origin of indefinite

Classical Latin indefinitus

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indefinite

adjective

Not definite, especially:

a. Unclear; vague.

b. Lacking precise limits: an indefinite leave of absence.

c. Uncertain; undecided: indefinite about their plans.

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in·def′i·nite·ly
adverb

in·def′i·nite·ness
noun

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