vague

[veyg] / veɪg /

ADJECTIVE

not definite or clear

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous dubious equivocal faint fuzzy hazy imprecise lax nebulous obscure uncertain unclear unsure

WEAK

amorphous amphibological bewildering bleary blurred cloudy dark dim doubtful dreamlike enigmatic generalized ill-defined impalpable indefinite indeterminate indistinct inexplicable loose misunderstood muddy perplexing problematic puzzling questionable shadowy superficial tenebrous undetermined unexplicit unintelligible unknown unsettled unspecified

Antonyms

STRONGEST

apparent certain clear definite determined distinct explicit obvious plain secure sure

Example Sentences

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“They may be far less willing to forgive vague spending.”

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

Surrey Police says its initial appeal about alleged suspects lacked this information "because the descriptions given were vague and limited".

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

The regime made vague promises about increasing internet access, allowing limited forms of private enterprise, and cooperating on marine protection.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

The herb garden remains unplanted, and Lindsay’s vague plans for a “bespoke” B&B are on permanent hold, as are Josh’s musical aspirations.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

I had picked her up because of a vague sentimental idea that it would be nice to eat with some one.

From "The Sun Also Rises" by Ernest Hemingway

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