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inconclusive

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌɪnkənˈkɫusɪv// UK //ɪnkənklˈuːsɪv// in·con·clu·sive

adj. not leading to a clear result or decision. You use this when a test or a search does not give you a final answer.

adj. failing to provide a definitive result or lead to a firm conclusion. Often describes evidence, research findings, or the outcome of a competition.


SIMPLE

The medical test results were inconclusive, so I need more exams.

CONTEXTUAL

Despite a week of intense investigation, the evidence remains inconclusive regarding the cause of the fire.

COMPLEX

The initial study proved inconclusive, prompting the research team to redesign their methodology to account for previously overlooked environmental variables.

Antonyms
Origin

From in- + conclusive.

Usage

Often follows linking verbs such as 'be', 'remain', or 'prove'.

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