Definitions
- Referring to something that cannot be determined or found out. - Describing a situation where the answer or solution is unknown or cannot be discovered. - Talking about an uncertain or ambiguous situation where the facts are not clear or available.
- Referring to something that is not clearly defined or established. - Describing a situation where the outcome or result is uncertain or unknown. - Talking about a vague or ambiguous situation where the details are not specific or clear.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe situations that are uncertain or unclear.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a lack of information or knowledge.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a situation where the outcome is unknown.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Unascertainable is less commonly used than indeterminate.
- 2Degree of uncertainty: Unascertainable implies a higher degree of uncertainty or impossibility of determining something than indeterminate.
- 3Focus: Unascertainable emphasizes the inability to determine something, while indeterminate emphasizes the lack of clarity or specificity.
- 4Connotation: Unascertainable can have a negative connotation, implying frustration or disappointment, while indeterminate is more neutral in tone.
Remember this!
While both unascertainable and indeterminate describe situations that are uncertain or unclear, there are some differences between the two. Unascertainable implies a higher degree of uncertainty or impossibility of determining something, while indeterminate emphasizes the lack of clarity or specificity. Additionally, unascertainable is less commonly used and can have a negative connotation, while indeterminate is more neutral in tone.
