How to Pronounce Indistinct

To pronounce "indistinct", say IND-ist-inct — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

IND-ist-inct

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💡 Tip for remembering “indistinct”

"indistinct" has 3 syllables: ind-ist-inct. It rhymes with distinct and succinct, if that helps it stick.

What does indistinct mean?

adjective

  1. (of an image etc) not clearly defined or not having a sharp outline; faint or dim
  2. (of a thought, idea etc) hazy or vague

Synonyms

ambiguousequivocalfuzzyill-defined

Antonyms

distinct

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Words that rhyme with indistinct

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distinctsuccinctprecinctextinctinterlinkedlinkedblinkedwinkedhoodwinkedinked

Related words

blurryshadowyblurredmuzzyblearyfaintnebulosenebulous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "indistinct"?▾

"Indistinct" has 3 syllables: ind · ist · inct.

What does "indistinct" mean?▾

Indistinct: (of an image etc) not clearly defined or not having a sharp outline; faint or dim

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