nebulous - Definition & Meaning | VisualLang Dictionary

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vague and unclear, often used to describe ideas, concepts, or situations that are indistinct or hard to understandvague and unclear, often used to describe ideas, concepts, or situations that are indistinct or hard to understand

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ill-defined tenebrous slippery unfixed cloudy unclear nebulous foggy undefined ambiguous indistinct muddy uncertain squishy vague opaque equivocal imprecise unspecific inexact indefinite

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Comparative

more nebulous

Superlative

most nebulous

1

vague and unclear, often used to describe ideas, concepts, or situations that are indistinct or hard to understand

The concept of happiness is often nebulous, varying from person to person.
His plans for the future were nebulous, without clear direction or purpose.
The outline of the project remained nebulous, with many details still to be determined.
The teacher's explanation was so nebulous that the students struggled to grasp the topic.
The concept of justice can be nebulous, varying greatly between cultures.

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ill-defined tenebrous slippery unfixed cloudy unclear foggy undefined ambiguous indistinct muddy uncertain squishy vague opaque equivocal imprecise unspecific inexact indefinite

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relating to or resembling a vast cloud of dust and gas in space

As the fog cleared, a nebulous mist hung in the air, creating an otherworldly atmosphere.
The scientist studied the nebulous formations in the laboratory, seeking to understand the intricate processes of cosmic dust.
The nebulous clouds in the night sky resembled a distant nebula.
The nebulous dust surrounding the stars formed intricate patterns.
The nebulous appearance of the galaxy was breathtaking through the lens.

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