Dictionary entry

Inconclusive

Webster's Dictionary 1913

In′con‐clu″sive (?), a. Not conclusive; leading to no conclusion; not closing or settling a point in debate, or a doubtful question; as, evidence is inconclusive when it does not exhibit the truth of a disputed case in such a manner as to satisfy the mind, and put an end to debate or doubt.

Arguments... inconclusive and impertinent. South.

— In′con‐clu″sive‐ly, adv. — In′con‐clu″sive‐ness, n.