Meaning of nebulous in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈnɛbjələs/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    nebulous

    Definitions

    1. lacking definite form or limits

    Examples

    • « gropes among cloudy issues toward a feeble conclusion- H.T.Moore »
    • « nebulous distinction between pride and conceit »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. lacking definition or definite content

    Examples

    • « nebulous reasons »
    • « unfixed as were her general notions of what men ought to be- Jane Austen »

    Synonyms

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