Definitions
- Referring to something that is not clearly defined or established. - Describing a situation or outcome that is uncertain or unknown. - Talking about a quantity or value that cannot be precisely determined or measured.
- Referring to something that is not clearly defined or specified. - Describing a period of time that is not fixed or known. - Talking about a quantity or amount that is not precise or exact.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is not clearly defined or established.
- 2Both can refer to an uncertain or unknown situation or outcome.
- 3Both can describe a quantity or value that is imprecise or not exact.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Undeterminate is less common than indefinite and is typically used in more technical or formal contexts.
- 2Connotation: Undeterminate can imply a lack of clarity or precision, while indefinite can suggest flexibility or openness.
- 3Time: Indefinite often refers to an unspecified or unknown period of time, while undeterminate can refer to a specific moment or event that is unclear.
- 4Measurement: Undeterminate is often used in the context of quantities or values that cannot be precisely determined or measured, while indefinite can refer to a range of values or amounts that are not exact.
- 5Negation: Undeterminate can be negated with 'determinate', while indefinite can be negated with 'definite'.
Remember this!
Undeterminate and indefinite are synonyms that describe something that is not clearly defined or established. However, undeterminate is less common and typically used in more technical or formal contexts, while indefinite is more versatile and can suggest flexibility or openness. Additionally, indeterminate often refers to an unspecified or unknown period of time, while undeterminate can refer to a specific moment or event that is unclear.
