undefined (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌʌndɪˈfaɪnd/

Definition

Not clearly or precisely determined, established, or described.

Examples

• The terms of the agreement were left undefined, leading to future disagreements.

• Her role in the project was somewhat undefined, so she took on various tasks.

• In mathematics, division by zero is undefined because it has no meaningful result.

How to Use undefined

remain undefined (collocation)

to continue to be not clearly stated or known — "Many aspects of the ancient ritual remain undefined by modern scholars."

leave undefined (collocation)

to not specify or clarify something — "The manager chose to leave the exact responsibilities undefined, allowing for flexibility."

Synonyms of undefined

Words with a similar meaning to undefined:

• vague
• unclear
• ambiguous
• imprecise

Antonyms of undefined

Words with the opposite meaning to undefined:

• defined
• clear
• explicit

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