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nebulous

1 of 1adjective
/ˈnɛb.jə.ləs/
Forms:more nebulous,most nebulous
1

vague and unclear, often used to describe ideas, concepts, or situations that are indistinct or hard to understand

  • The concept of happiness is often nebulous, varying from person to person.
  • His plans for the future were nebulous, without clear direction or purpose.
  • The outline of the project remained nebulous, with many details still to be determined.
  • The teacher's explanation was so nebulous that the students struggled to grasp the topic.
  • The concept of justice can be nebulous, varying greatly between cultures.
Synonyms:
ill-definedtenebrousslipperyunfixedcloudyunclearfoggyundefinedambiguousindistinctmuddyuncertainsquishyvagueopaqueequivocalimpreciseunspecificinexactindefinite
2

relating to or resembling a vast cloud of dust and gas in space

  • As the fog cleared, a nebulous mist hung in the air, creating an otherworldly atmosphere.
  • The scientist studied the nebulous formations in the laboratory, seeking to understand the intricate processes of cosmic dust.
  • The nebulous clouds in the night sky resembled a distant nebula.
  • The nebulous dust surrounding the stars formed intricate patterns.
  • The nebulous appearance of the galaxy was breathtaking through the lens.
Synonyms:
nebular