inconclusive — Not leading to a firm conclusion; leaving doubt or uncertainty about the final result or decision.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Not leading to a firm conclusion; leaving doubt or uncertainty about the final result or decision.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɪnkənˈklusɪv/
Korean meaning: 결정적이지 않은, 불분명한
Korean pronunciation: 인-컨-클루-시브 (강세: 클루)
Example Sentences
- The DNA test was inconclusive, so the detective had to keep looking for more evidence.
- After three hours of arguing about pizza toppings, the debate remained inconclusive.
- The weather forecast was inconclusive, so I brought both an umbrella and sunglasses.
inconclusive
ADJECTIVE//ˌɪnkənˈklusɪv//
Not leading to a firm conclusion; leaving doubt or uncertainty about the final result or decision.
Not leading to a firm conclusion; leaving doubt or uncertainty about the final result or decision.
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The evidence stays inconclusive, while truth remains elusive and exclusive!
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Origin
From Latin 'concludere' meaning 'to shut up, end, or finish,' with the negative prefix 'in-' added to 'conclusive.' The Latin root literally meant 'to close completely,' like shutting a door firmly.
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“The DNA test was inconclusive, so the detective had to keep looking for more evidence.”
“After three hours of arguing about pizza toppings, the debate remained inconclusive.”
“The weather forecast was inconclusive, so I brought both an umbrella and sunglasses.”
“The medical research produced inconclusive findings about the new treatment.”
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