indefinite

Word parts

in- + definite

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ɪnˈdɛfɪnɪt/

• Audio (UK)

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• Hyphenation: in‧def‧i‧nite

Adjective

Positive indefinite

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. If a time is indefinite, it is not known how long it is.
   • Synonym: unclear

   She'll be staying with us for an indefinite period of time. Perhaps even a few months.

Related words

• indefinitely