Inconclusivity: meaning, definitions and examples
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inconclusivity
[ ˌɪnkənˌkluːˈsɪvɪti ]
in scientific research
The state or quality of not leading to a definite conclusion or result; uncertainty.
Synonyms
ambiguity, inconclusiveness, indecisiveness.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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inconclusivity |
Used in formal discussions to describe the lack of a clear or definitive conclusion in an argument, situation, or study.
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inconclusiveness |
Describes situations where no final decision or result has been reached, often used in scientific research, debates, and investigations.
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indecisiveness |
Refers to the inability to make a decision, often used to describe a person's characteristic or specific moment of decision-making. It has a negative connotation.
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ambiguity |
Applicable when there's uncertainty or multiple interpretations possible, often used in literature, law, and communication.
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Examples of usage
- The inconclusivity of the study's findings left the researchers puzzled.
- Due to the inconclusivity of the data, further experiments are necessary.
- The inconclusivity of the evidence made it difficult to draw any firm conclusions.
Translations
Translations of the word "inconclusivity" in other languages:
🇵🇹 inconclusividade
🇮🇳 अपूर्णता
🇩🇪 Unschlüssigkeit
🇮🇩 ketidakpastian
🇺🇦 невизначеність
🇵🇱 niekonkluzyjność
🇯🇵 未決定
🇫🇷 inconclusivité
🇪🇸 inconclusividad
🇹🇷 belirsizlik
🇰🇷 미결정
🇸🇦 عدم الحسم
🇨🇿 neukončenost
🇸🇰 nedokončenosť
🇨🇳 未定性
🇸🇮 nezaključenost
🇮🇸 óákveðni
🇰🇿 аяқталмаушылық
🇬🇪 დაუსრულებლობა
🇦🇿 tamamlanmamazlıq
🇲🇽 inconclusividad
Etymology
The word 'inconclusivity' is a combination of the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'conclusivity', which derives from the Latin word 'conclusivus'. The concept of inconclusivity has been a key aspect of scientific research, where uncertainty and the absence of definitive conclusions are common challenges. The need to address inconclusivity has led to the development of rigorous methodologies and statistical tools in various fields of study.