indefinable

adjective

in·​de·​fin·​able ˌin-di-ˈfī-nə-bəl How to pronounce indefinable (audio)
: incapable of being precisely described or analyzed
indefinable feelings
an indefinable concept
indefinability noun
indefinable noun
indefinableness noun
indefinably adverb

Examples of indefinable in a Sentence

He has an indefinable quality that draws people to him. some indefinable quality makes that movie star very appealing
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Abstract images composed of indefinable light and inky darkness recur as well, even in his later multiscreen video installations, which are more narrative-driven. Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 3 Sep. 2019 When the two creatives become housemates, an indefinable friendship sparks. Lizz Schumer, Peoplemag, 24 June 2024 The Coens are true American classics, indefinable and incomparable. Tim Moffatt, EW.com, 26 Jan. 2024 Pitt, at the time, was in his early 30s and gaining notice for being incredibly handsome and in possession of the indefinable charisma that makes a movie star. Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 7 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for indefinable 

Word History

First Known Use

1810, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of indefinable was in 1810

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“Indefinable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/indefinable. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

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indefinable

adjective
in·​de·​fin·​able ˌin-di-ˈfī-nə-bəl How to pronounce indefinable (audio)
: incapable of being exactly described or analyzed
indefinably adverb

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