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Vague

🇬🇧 UK //veɪg// 🇺🇸 US //veɪg//

Meaning of Vague

Not clearly expressed or defined; lacking precision.

In simple words: Not clear or specific.

Vague in a sentence

• Her instructions were too vague to follow.
• The report gave vague details about the project.
• He had a vague sense of unease throughout the meeting.
• In his defense, his statement was vague and easily misinterpreted.
• The timeline for the project remains vague at this stage.

How to use Vague

Use 'vague' to describe unclear or imprecise ideas, statements, or expressions. Avoid in formal writing when clarity is required.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'vague' as 'faded', like a blurry image that’s hard to see clearly.

Related words

Collocations with Vague

• vague idea
• vague notion
• vague statement
• vague memory
• vague description

Synonyms for Vague

• unclear
• indistinct
• imprecise
• ambiguous
• hazy

Opposites of Vague

• clear
• specific
• explicit

Common mistakes with Vague

• Confused with 'ambiguous'—vague implies lack of clarity, while ambiguous suggests multiple meanings.
• Using 'vague' with count nouns—it's an adjective that typically describes uncountable concepts.
• Wrongly assuming 'vague' can only describe physical things—it also applies to ideas and statements.

Frequently asked questions about Vague

What does Vague mean?

Not clear or specific.

What is the definition of Vague?

Not clearly expressed or defined; lacking precision.

How do you use Vague in a sentence?

Her instructions were too vague to follow.

Can you give another example of Vague?

The report gave vague details about the project.

What are synonyms for Vague?

Common alternatives include unclear, indistinct, imprecise, ambiguous, hazy.

What is the opposite of Vague?

Opposite meanings include clear, specific, explicit.

What words go with Vague?

It commonly pairs with vague idea, vague notion, vague statement, vague memory, vague description.

What are common mistakes when using Vague?

Confused with 'ambiguous'—vague implies lack of clarity, while ambiguous suggests multiple meanings. Using 'vague' with count nouns—it's an adjective that typically describes uncountable concepts. Wrongly assuming 'vague' can only describe physical things—it also applies to ideas and statements.

How do you pronounce Vague?

US: //veɪg//, UK: //veɪg//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Vague?

Use 'vague' to describe unclear or imprecise ideas, statements, or expressions. Avoid in formal writing when clarity is required.

What CEFR level is Vague?

"Vague" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.