CEFR B2

vaguely

adverb

Meaning

In a way that is not clear, precise, or definite; indistinctly or unclearly.

Examples

She vaguely gestured towards the exit, not giving clear directions.
He could vaguely hear music playing in the distance, but couldn't identify the song.

Synonyms: unclearly, indistinctly, hazy, nebulously

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vaguely (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈveɪɡli/

Definition

In a way that is not clear, precise, or definite; indistinctly or unclearly.

Examples

She vaguely gestured towards the exit, not giving clear directions.
He could vaguely hear music playing in the distance, but couldn't identify the song.
The old photograph showed a vaguely familiar face, but I couldn't place it.

How to Use vaguely

vaguely + verb (collocation): To perform an action without clarity or precision. — "He vaguely nodded in agreement, not fully committing."
vaguely + adjective (collocation): To describe something as indistinctly possessing a quality. — "The painting was vaguely impressionistic."

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