Understanding the Concept of “Undefined”

Severen Henderson
8 min readAug 19, 2024

Navigating Ambiguity: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Embracing the Undefined in Language and Life.

Introduction to “Undefined”

What Does “Undefined” Mean?

“Undefined” means something that isn’t clearly described, stated, or known. According to the Cambridge English Dictionary, “undefined” means not clearly described, stated, or known. Similarly, the Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines “undefined” as not clearly or precisely shown, described, or limited.

In our daily lives, we often face situations, concepts, or terms that are unclear or lack a clear definition. This can lead to confusion and stress. Understanding what “undefined” means and learning how to handle such situations can improve our personal and professional lives.

And if you’re a person like myself who tends to take on projects that start as fun and become the fun version of work…if that exists. You find yourself with projects that need clear guidelines or objectives. The self-inflicted ambiguity can be overwhelming initially, especially when you have goals to meet. However, I have learned valuable lessons about defining goals and seeking clarity amid uncertainty, which I want to share throughout this article.

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Severen Henderson

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