Nonconclusive: meaning, definitions and examples
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nonconclusive
[ ˌnɒnkənˈkluːsɪv ]
in scientific research
Not leading to a definite conclusion or result; not decisive or final.
Synonyms
inconclusive, inconclusive, indecisive, uncertain
Examples of usage
- The data collected was nonconclusive, requiring further analysis.
- The experiment yielded nonconclusive results, leaving the researchers puzzled.
in debates or arguments
Failing to establish a clear resolution or decision; not settling the matter.
Synonyms
inconclusive, inconclusive, indecisive, unsatisfactory
Examples of usage
- The discussion ended in a nonconclusive manner, with both sides still holding opposing views.
- The debate was nonconclusive, as neither party could present convincing evidence.
Translations
Translations of the word "nonconclusive" in other languages:
🇵🇹 inconclusivo
🇮🇳 अनिर्णायक
🇩🇪 nicht schlüssig
🇮🇩 tidak konklusif
🇺🇦 неоднозначний
🇵🇱 niejednoznaczny
🇯🇵 決定的ではない
🇫🇷 non concluant
🇪🇸 inconcluso
🇹🇷 sonuçsuz
🇰🇷 결론이 나지 않은
🇸🇦 غير حاسم
🇨🇿 nepřesvědčivý
🇸🇰 nepresvedčivý
🇨🇳 非结论性的
🇸🇮 nezaključeno
🇮🇸 óákveðið
🇰🇿 шешімсіз
🇬🇪 არასასიცოცხლო
🇦🇿 qeyri-müəyyən
🇲🇽 inconcluso
Etymology
The word 'nonconclusive' is derived from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the adjective 'conclusive' meaning 'serving to settle an issue; decisive'. It first appeared in the mid-19th century. The term is commonly used in scientific research, debates, and discussions where a definitive conclusion or result is not reached.
See also: concludable, concluded, concluding, conclusion, conclusive, conclusively, conclusiveness, inconclusiveness.