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The plan was still nebulous at first.
What does Nebulous mean?
Nebulous means unclear or vague.
Dictionary definition
Unclear, vague, or not easy to define; also cloudlike.
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Her idea became less nebulous after she added details.
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The article used nebulous language, so readers had to infer the meaning.
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What does nebulous mean?
Nebulous describes an idea or shape that is not clear.
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Which word is closest in meaning to nebulous?
Nebulous and vague can both mean unclear.
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Specific is a strong opposite because it means clear and detailed.
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MeaningNebulous means unclear or vague.
ExampleExample: The plan was still nebulous at first.
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- neb · yuh · lus
- Strongest beat
- neb
- Ending
- lus
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on neb.
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Nebulous word family
Base word
nebulous
noun
nebula
A cloud of gas and dust in space.
adverb
nebulously
In an unclear or vague way.
noun
nebulousness
The quality of being vague or unclear.
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