indeterminate
adj. C1 Advanced US //ˌɪndɪˈtɝmɪnɪt// UK //ˌɪndɪtˈɜːmɪnət// in·de·ter·mi·nate
adj. not having a clear or fixed shape, size, or purpose. In architecture, it describes buildings that look like they could be from many different styles.
adj. lacking a clear or fixed form, identity, or boundary. In architectural contexts, it describes structures that resist classification into a single style or period.
The building has an indeterminate style that mixes old and new.
The architect used an indeterminate design to create a space that felt both modern and traditional.
The indeterminate nature of the structure allows it to adapt to various urban environments without losing its core aesthetic identity.
Last updated May 19, 2026