inconclusive
Americanadjective
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not conclusive; not resolving fully all doubts or questions.
inconclusive evidence.
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without final results or outcome.
inconclusive experiments.
adjective
Other Word Forms
- inconclusively adverb
- inconclusiveness noun
Etymology
Origin of inconclusive
First recorded in 1680–90; in- 3 + conclusive
Example Sentences
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Gold prices climbed back above $5,000, as inconclusive U.S.-Iran nuclear talks and concerns over potential military escalation boost the metal’s appeal.
The finale of “It Was Just an Accident” is disturbingly inconclusive.
From Los Angeles Times
Her husband was by her side throughout the inconclusive examinations.
From BBC
The WHO's investigations have proved inconclusive, pending further evidence, with all hypotheses still on the table.
From Barron's
Despite this widespread use, studies examining how broadband noise affects sleep remain limited and often inconclusive, according to a recent review by Basner and colleagues.
From Science Daily
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