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- [dih-fahyn]
- /dɪˈfaɪn/
- /ˌʌn.dɪˈfaɪ.nə.bl̩/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [dih-fahyn]
- /dɪˈfaɪn/
Definitions of undefinable word
- verb with object undefinable to state or set forth the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.): They disagreed on how to define “liberal.”. 1
- verb with object undefinable to explain or identify the nature or essential qualities of; describe: to define judicial functions. 1
- verb with object undefinable to fix or lay down clearly and definitely; specify distinctly: to define one's responsibilities. Synonyms: state, name, describe, detail, enumerate. 1
- verb with object undefinable to determine or fix the boundaries or extent of: to define property with stakes. 1
- verb with object undefinable to make clear the outline or form of: The roof was boldly defined against the sky. 1
- verb without object undefinable to set forth the meaning of a word, phrase, etc.; construct a definition. 1
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Origin of undefinable
First appearance:
before 1325 One of the 16% oldest English words
1325-75; Middle English def(f)inen < Anglo-French, Old French definer to put an end to < Latin dēfīnīre to limit, define, equivalent to dē- de- + fīnīre; see finish
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Parts of speech for Undefinable
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
undefinable popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 89% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 70% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
undefinable usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for undefinable
adj undefinable
- inexplainable — not explainable; incapable of being explained; inexplicable.
- inexplicable — not explicable; incapable of being accounted for or explained.
adjective undefinable
- explanation — A statement or account that makes something clear.
Antonyms for undefinable
adjective undefinable
- explainable — Able to be explained or understood.
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