Synonyms of indeterminate

indeterminate

adjective

as in indefinite

formal not able to be stated or described in an exact way

a man of indeterminate age

an indeterminate number of people

Synonyms & Similar Words

• indefinite
• approximate
• undetermined
• undefined
• vague
• indistinct
• indefinable
• erroneous
• incorrect
• imprecise
• general
• unsettled
• approximative
• inaccurate
• uncertain
• inexact
• mushy
• faulty
• flawed
• questionable
• mistaken
• false
• wrong
• misleading
• loose
• specious
• squishy
• distorted
• ballpark
• dubious
• inconclusive
• doubtful
• fallacious
• off
• indecisive
• debatable
• disputable
• unsupported
• unconfirmed
• unsubstantiated
• invalidated

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• definite
• determinate
• certain
• defined
• positive
• decisive
• definable
• sure
• correct
• clear-cut
• valid
• true
• incontestable
• unquestionable
• indubitable
• right
• sound
• undeniable
• factual
• absolute
• indisputable
• irrefutable
• incontrovertible
• confirmed
• unqualified
• determined
• accurate
• exact
• precise
• supported
• established
• errorless
• dead
• validated
• substantiated
• dead-on
• corroborated
• veracious
• ultraprecise

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of indeterminate

At the funeral, McCrane runs into Essie, a cousin of indeterminate distance, and sparks fly. —Christopher Barnard, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2024

No nerves for Mike Franks, though — a cocky, mustachioed figure of indeterminate Southern origin who wears his machismo and political incorrectness on his suspenders. —Chris Willman, Variety, 14 Oct. 2024

Yet down the road, two main attractions – Green River Cove and The Gorge, a zip line ride – are closed for the indeterminate future. —Patrik Jonsson, The Christian Science Monitor, 11 Oct. 2024

In this year of indeterminate killing, sanctioned by the flag, this is said to be the responsibility of the artist. —Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 5 Oct. 2024