Inconclusive

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Pronunciation: /ˌɪnkənˈkluːsɪv/

Definitions of inconclusive

noun a statement, result, or decision that is inconclusive

Example Sentences

A1 The test results were inconclusive.

A2 The inconclusive evidence left the case unresolved.

B1 The inconclusive findings raised doubts about the validity of the study.

B2 The inconclusive nature of the data made it difficult to draw any definitive conclusions.

C1 The inconclusive report highlighted the need for further investigation.

C2 The inconclusive results called into question the accuracy of the experimental procedure.

adjective not leading to a definite conclusion; not conclusive

Example Sentences

A1 The test results were inconclusive, so we need to run more tests.

A2 The investigation into the theft was inconclusive, with no clear evidence pointing to a suspect.

B1 The study's findings were inconclusive, leaving researchers with more questions than answers.

B2 The medical team reviewed the inconclusive data and decided to conduct further experiments.

C1 The inconclusive nature of the evidence made it difficult for the jury to reach a verdict.

C2 Despite extensive testing, the results remained inconclusive, leading to uncertainty in the scientific community.

Examples of inconclusive in a Sentence

formal The results of the experiment were inconclusive, requiring further analysis.

informal The test didn't give a clear answer, it was inconclusive.

slang The whole situation was a bit of a mess, totally inconclusive.

figurative Her emotions were a whirlwind, leaving her thoughts inconclusive.

Grammatical Forms of inconclusive

past tense

inconclusive

plural

inconclusives

comparative

more inconclusive

superlative

most inconclusive

present tense

inconclusive

future tense

will be inconclusive

perfect tense

has been inconclusive

continuous tense

is being inconclusive

singular

inconclusive

positive degree

inconclusive

infinitive

to be inconclusive

gerund

being inconclusive

participle

inconclusive

Origin and Evolution of inconclusive

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'inconclusive' originated from the Latin word 'inconclusivus', which is derived from the verb 'concludere' meaning 'to close or conclude'.
Evolution of the word: Initially, 'inconclusive' was used to describe something that did not lead to a definite conclusion or decision. Over time, its usage has expanded to refer to any evidence, argument, or result that does not provide a clear resolution or decision.