from
The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Inconclusive \In`con*clu"sive\, a.
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.
[1913 Webster]
Arguments . . . inconclusive and impertinent. --South.
-- {In`con*clu"sive*ly}, adv. -- {In`con*clu"sive*ness}, n.
[1913 Webster]