unclear (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈklɪər/

Definition

Not easy to understand or see; ambiguous or vague.

Examples

• The instructions were so unclear that nobody knew how to assemble the furniture.

• Her explanation of the new policy was rather unclear, leaving many questions unanswered.

• Due to the fog, the road signs became unclear, making driving difficult.

How to Use unclear

unclear about (prepositional phrase)

Not having a definite understanding or knowledge of something. — "I'm still unclear about the exact requirements for the project."

unclear whether (collocation)

Used to express uncertainty about a choice or possibility. — "It's unclear whether the event will be held indoors or outdoors."

unclear what/how/why (collocation)

Expressing uncertainty about a specific detail or reason. — "It's unclear why the decision was made so suddenly."

Synonyms of unclear

Words with a similar meaning to unclear:

• vague
• ambiguous
• obscure
• indistinct

Antonyms of unclear

Words with the opposite meaning to unclear:

• clear
• obvious
• explicit

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