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indeterminacy

[/ˌɪndɪˈtɜːrmɪnəsi/]
nounfemininepl: indeterminacies / indeterminacys
indeterminação
1. The quality or state of being indeterminate; lack of clear definition or fixed limits
The indeterminacy of the contract terms led to disputes between the parties.
A indeterminação dos termos do contrato levou a disputas entre as partes.
2. In physics and quantum mechanics, the principle that certain pairs of physical properties cannot be simultaneously known to arbitrary precision
Heisenberg's uncertainty principle demonstrates indeterminacy at the quantum level.
O princípio da incerteza de Heisenberg demonstra a indeterminação no nível quântico.
3. Ambiguity or vagueness in meaning, interpretation, or outcome
The indeterminacy in the poem's conclusion allows for multiple interpretations.
A indeterminação na conclusão do poema permite múltiplas interpretações.
Synonyms
uncertaintyambiguityvaguenessindefinitenessindecision
Antonyms
determinacycertaintyclaritydefinitenessprecision

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
indeterminação
Standard usage in formal and academic contexts
São Paulo
indeterminação
Commonly used in legal and scientific discussions
Portugal
indeterminação
Standard usage, also used in philosophical discourse

Related Idioms & Phrases

up in the air
in a state of flux
shrouded in uncertainty
anyone's guess
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