indefinite
adj.adj. not having a fixed limit or a clear end date. You use this to describe something that is vague or could go on for a long time.
adj. lacking precise limits or a fixed duration. Often describes periods of time or quantities that are not clearly defined or specified.
The workers went on an indefinite strike.
The project has been put on hold for an indefinite period while the board reviews the budget.
The treaty was extended for an indefinite duration, reflecting the signatories' commitment to a long-term peace process without the pressure of a looming expiration date.
From Late Latin indēfīnītus. Morphologically in- + definite.
Commonly modifies nouns related to time, such as 'period', 'delay', or 'absence'.
an indefinite amount of peoplean indefinite number of peopleUse 'number' for countable things like people; 'amount' is for uncountable masses.