Definitions
- Referring to something that cannot be determined or decided. - Describing a situation or outcome that is uncertain or unclear. - Talking about a quality or characteristic that is difficult to define or identify.
- Referring to something that is not clearly defined or established. - Describing a situation or outcome that is uncertain or indefinite. - Talking about a quantity or value that is unknown or unspecified.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe situations or qualities that are uncertain or undefined.
- 2Both words can be used to express ambiguity or lack of clarity.
- 3Both words can be used in various contexts, such as science, law, or philosophy.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Undeterminable is less common than indeterminate and is often used in technical or specialized contexts.
- 2Meaning: Undeterminable implies that something cannot be determined or decided, while indeterminate suggests that something is not clearly defined or established.
- 3Focus: Undeterminable emphasizes the inability to determine or decide, while indeterminate focuses on the lack of clarity or definition.
- 4Connotation: Undeterminable can imply frustration or difficulty, while indeterminate can suggest openness or flexibility.
Remember this!
Undeterminable and indeterminate are synonyms that describe situations or qualities that are uncertain or undefined. However, undeterminable implies that something cannot be determined or decided, while indeterminate suggests that something is not clearly defined or established. Undeterminable is less common and often used in technical or specialized contexts, while indeterminate is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
