vagueness

/ˈvæɡ.u.ˌnɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being vague, unclear, or indefinite; lack of precision or specificity.

“The politician’s vagueness about the plan’s details sparked controversy.”

2. noun

The quality of being vague or indefinite in thought or expression.

“Her vagueness about her future plans worried her parents.”

3. noun

A quality of being vague or indefinite in scope or extent.

“The vagueness of the project’s timeline made it difficult to estimate the completion date.”

4. adjective

Lacking precision or specificity; unclear or indefinite.

“The vague instructions made it hard to assemble the furniture.”

Synonyms

  • indistinctness
  • obscuration

Antonyms

  • clarity
  • distinctness