Background for vague

vague

/veɪɡ/

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noun

A wandering; a vagary.

Examples :

"Her latest project proposal was dismissed by the board; it was a vague of unconnected ideas lacking a central theme. "

mind character quality

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noun

An indefinite expanse.

Examples :

"The teacher's instructions were so vague that the students had no clear idea what to do. "

abstract aspect

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verb

To wander; to roam; to stray.

Examples :

"The lost dog wandered the park, vaguely following the scent of a squirrel. "

action way being direction

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verb

To become vague or act in a vague manner.

Examples :

"The details of her plan began to vague as she became more tired and lost interest. "

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adjective

Not clearly expressed; stated in indefinite terms.

Examples :

"The teacher's instructions were vague, so nobody knew exactly what to do. "

language communication writing quality abstract

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adjective

Not having a precise meaning.

Examples :

"a vague term of abuse"

language communication writing abstract

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adjective

Not clearly defined, grasped, or understood; indistinct; slight.

Examples :

"I haven’t the vaguest idea."

quality condition abstract statement language mind

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adjective

Not clearly felt or sensed; somewhat subconscious.

Examples :

"a vague longing"

mind sensation philosophy

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adjective

Not thinking or expressing one’s thoughts clearly or precisely.

Examples :

"The teacher's instructions were vague, so we weren't sure what to do for the project. "

mind language communication character quality

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adjective

Lacking expression; vacant.

Examples :

"The teacher's instructions were vague, leaving us unsure of what to do next. "

mind appearance character

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adjective

Not sharply outlined; hazy.

Examples :

"The teacher's instructions were vague, so the students didn't know exactly what to do for the assignment. "

quality appearance mind abstract

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adjective

Wandering; vagrant; vagabond.

Examples :

"The directions for the project were vague, leaving everyone unsure of what to do. "

character person