nebulous (C1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈnɛbjʊləs/
Definition
Unclear, vague, or ill-defined, especially in terms of concepts or ideas.
Examples
The artist's concept for the new sculpture remained nebulous, even after several meetings.
His memories of the accident were nebulous, making it difficult to recall specific events.
The government's new policy on climate change was criticized for its nebulous goals and lack of concrete actions.
How to Use nebulous
- nebulous concept (collocation)
- An idea that is not clearly formed or understood. — "The philosopher discussed the nebulous concept of 'truth' in modern society."
- nebulous idea (collocation)
- A vague or unclear thought. — "She had a nebulous idea of what she wanted to achieve, but no concrete plan."
- nebulous memory (collocation)
- A memory that is indistinct or hard to recall clearly. — "His earliest childhood memories were nebulous, like faint dreams."
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