Adjective
/indeteɾmiˈnaðo/
The term "indeterminado" refers to something that lacks a specific limit, definition, or determinate status. In legal contexts, it often refers to elements that are vague or not clearly defined. The frequency of use of "indeterminado" is moderately high, and it is commonly found in both oral speech and written contexts, especially in legal documents, academic writing, and formal discussions.
El resultado del juicio quedó indeterminado hasta que se presenten nuevas pruebas.
The outcome of the trial remained indeterminate until new evidence was presented.
La cantidad de recursos disponibles es indeterminada en este momento.
The amount of available resources is indeterminate at this time.
La definición del término en el contrato es indeterminada, lo que puede causar confusiones.
The definition of the term in the contract is indeterminate, which can cause confusion.
"Indeterminado" is not a primary component of many idiomatic expressions, but it can appear within phrases that convey vagueness or lack of specificity.
Su futuro parece indeterminado, como una hoja al viento.
His future seems indeterminate, like a leaf in the wind.
Las instrucciones eran indeterminadas, lo que complicó la tarea.
The instructions were indeterminate, which complicated the task.
En ciertas situaciones, la respuesta puede ser indeterminada, dependiendo de varios factores.
In certain situations, the answer may be indeterminate, depending on various factors.
The word "indeterminado" comes from the prefix "in-" meaning "not" and "determinado," which derives from the Latin "determinatus," meaning "defined" or "set." Thus, "indeterminado" literally means "not defined."
Synonyms: - Indefinido (undefined) - Incierto (uncertain) - Vago (vague)
Antonyms: - Determinado (determined) - Específico (specific) - Definido (defined)