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indefinite style

[/ɪnˈdɛfənət staɪl/]
nounpl: indefinite styles
estilo indefinido
1. A manner of expression, artistic approach, or writing technique that lacks clear definition, fixed boundaries, or precise characteristics
The artist's indefinite style made it difficult for critics to categorize his work.
O estilo indefinido do artista dificultava a categorização de seu trabalho pelos críticos.
2. In grammar and linguistics, a style employing indefinite articles, pronouns, or references that remain vague or unspecified
The author wrote in an indefinite style, using 'someone' and 'somewhere' throughout the narrative.
A autora escrevia em um estilo indefinido, usando 'alguém' e 'em algum lugar' ao longo da narrativa.
Synonyms
vague styleambiguous styleunclear styleobscure style
Antonyms
definite styleprecise styleclear styledistinct style

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
estilo indefinido
standard usage
Portugal
estilo indefinido
standard usage, may also use 'estilo vago'

Related Idioms & Phrases

left open to interpretation
up in the air
neither here nor there
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