Inconclusive
Pronunciation: /ˌɪnkənˈkluːsɪv/
Inconclusive (adj)
- Not showing a clear result; the information you have does not prove what is true or what will happen.
- Producing findings that do not fully support a conclusion, so more study or better data is needed.
- Not leading to a final judgement or decision because the facts are unclear or incomplete.
Inconclusive (adjective)
Examples
- The report is inconclusive, so we need more evidence.
- The test result is inconclusive, and the case stays open.