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Meaning of Vague
The primary meaning of the word "vague" is not clearly or sharply defined.
Definitions
- Of an idea or concept: not clearly or sharply defined
- * Of a person's thoughts or feelings: not clearly expressed or understood
- * Of a boundary or limit: not clearly marked or defined
Etymology of Vague
The word "vague" comes from the Old French word "vague", which is derived from the Latin word "vagus", meaning "wandering" or "roaming"
Historically, the word "vague" has been used to describe something that is not clearly defined or is indefinite in nature
Example Uses
- The instructions were vague, so I had to guess what to do
- * She had a vague idea of what she wanted to achieve, but couldn't quite put it into words
- * The border between the two countries was vague, with no clear markings or signs
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
precise
clear
distinct
definite
certain
sure
explicit
obvious
evident
apparent
plain
unmistakable
unambiguous
specific
detailed
exact
accurate
precise
sharp
well-defined
crystalline
transparent
lucid