indeterminate
1 antonyms and opposites of indeterminate, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Not precisely known, fixed, or decided.
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How to use indeterminate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From in- ("not") + determinate, from Latin determinare ("to limit, fix boundaries").
Full origin of indeterminate →Frequently asked questions
What does “indeterminate” mean?
The word “indeterminate” means not precisely known, fixed, or decided. In plain terms, unclear, unfixed, or impossible to pin down exactly.
How do you pronounce “indeterminate”?
“Indeterminate” is pronounced ihn-dih-TUR-mih-nuht (/ɪndɪˈtɜː(ɹ)mɪnət/ in IPA).
How do you use “indeterminate” in a sentence?
Here is “indeterminate” used in a sentence: “The cause of the fire remains indeterminate.”
What is another word for “indeterminate”?
Words with a similar meaning to “indeterminate” include indeterminant.
What is the opposite of “indeterminate”?
The opposite of “indeterminate” — its antonyms — is determinate.
What part of speech is “indeterminate”?
“Indeterminate” is an adjective.
Where does the word “indeterminate” come from?
The word “indeterminate” comes from Latin. From in- ("not") + determinate, from Latin determinare ("to limit, fix boundaries").
How many meanings does “indeterminate” have?
“Indeterminate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not precisely known, fixed, or decided.