vagueness

[vayg-nis]

noun

1. the quality or state of being vague.

2. an indistinct shape or feature.

Example Sentences

The vagueness of US statements on the matter is alarming to Europeans who feel protection from potential future attacks by Russia will have to come from a credible American commitment.

From BBC

His statement was notable for its relative, and unusual, brevity – but primarily for its vagueness.

From BBC

For former accident investigator Tim Atkinson, the vagueness of the report may have been deliberate - in order to suggest an explanation for the crash, while avoiding being too explicit.

From BBC

"That kind of vagueness continues to be a problem because there are such severe penalties," she said.

From Salon

But there’s a line between entrancing vagueness and just not being that present — there were long stretches where Carti seemed to leave the stage entirely while pre-recorded lead vocals still played.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• ambiguity