Inconclusiveness — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˌin-kən-ˈklü-siv/ in·con·clu·sive

Meaning & Definition of Inconclusiveness

Inconclusiveness (adjective)

  1. leading to no conclusion or definite result

Inconclusiveness (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in ineffectiveness, ineffectuality

    similar: ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, ineffectualness, invalidity, shakiness, unsoundness, feebleness, powerlessness, weakness
    opposite: authority, cogency, conclusiveness, convincingness, effectiveness, force, forcefulness, persuasion, persuasiveness, suasiveness, impact, might, power, punch, strength, weight, believability, credibility, soundness, validity

Related Entry: Inconclusive (adjective)

Inconclusive is a different word from Inconclusiveness. The synonyms below are for inconclusive, not for inconclusiveness.

  1. not showing that something is certainly true

    "The results of the test proved inconclusive."

    "an inconclusive argument"

    similar: indecisive, approximate, approximative, ballpark, imprecise, inaccurate, inexact, loose, squishy, erroneous, false, incorrect, off, wrong, general, indefinable, indefinite, indeterminate, indistinct, mushy, undefined, undetermined, unsettled, vague, faulty, flawed, mistaken, specious, distorted, fallacious, misleading, doubtful, dubious, questionable, uncertain, debatable, disputable, invalidated, unconfirmed, unsubstantiated, unsupported
    opposite: clear-cut, conclusive, decisive, definable, defined, definite, certain, incontestable, indubitable, positive, sure, undeniable, unquestionable, correct, errorless, factual, right, sound, true, valid, incontrovertible, indisputable, irrefutable, absolute, unqualified, confirmed, corroborated, determined, established, substantiated, supported, validated, accurate, dead, dead-on, exact, precise, ultraprecise, veracious

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Inconclusiveness

The most common words with a similar meaning to Inconclusiveness:

ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, ineffectualness, invalidity, shakiness, unsoundness, feebleness, powerlessness, weakness

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Inconclusiveness

Words with the opposite meaning of Inconclusiveness:

authority, cogency, conclusiveness, convincingness, effectiveness, force, forcefulness, persuasion, persuasiveness, suasiveness, impact, might, power, punch, strength, weight, believability, credibility, soundness, validity

Word Forms of Inconclusiveness

Derived words: inconclusively (adverb), inconclusiveness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Inconclusiveness

First known use: 1707

Frequently Asked Questions about Inconclusiveness

What does "Inconclusiveness" mean?

"Inconclusiveness" means leading to no conclusion or definite result. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: leading to no conclusion or definite result.

What is another word for "Inconclusiveness"?

Other words for "Inconclusiveness" include ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, ineffectualness, invalidity, shakiness, unsoundness, feebleness and powerlessness. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Inconclusiveness" you intend.

What is the opposite of "Inconclusiveness"?

Antonyms of "Inconclusiveness" include authority, cogency, conclusiveness, convincingness, effectiveness, force, forcefulness and persuasion.

Is "Inconclusiveness" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Inconclusiveness" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Inconclusiveness"?

"Inconclusiveness" is pronounced /ˌin-kən-ˈklü-siv/ and divided into syllables as in·con·clu·sive.

What is the origin of the word "Inconclusiveness"?

First known use: 1707.

What is another word for "Inconclusiveness" meaning "as in ineffectiveness, ineffectuality"?

When "Inconclusiveness" (noun) means as in ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, synonyms include ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, ineffectualness, invalidity, shakiness and unsoundness. Opposites in this sense include authority, cogency, conclusiveness and convincingness.

What words are derived from "Inconclusiveness"?

Words derived from "Inconclusiveness" include inconclusively (adverb) and inconclusiveness (noun).