inconclusive Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective not conclusive; not putting an end to doubt or question
    • an inconclusive reply
    • inconclusive evidence
    • the inconclusive committee vote

WordNet

In`con*clu"sive adjective
Definitions
  1. 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.

Webster 1913