Meaning & Definition of word "Unclear"
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Unclear
/ʌnˈklɪr/
adjective:
- 1. Not easy to see, hear, or understand; ambiguous or vague.
- Example: The instructions were unclear, leading to confusion among the participants.
- 2. Not having a clear or definite form or limit.
- Example: His future plans are still unclear, as he hasn't made any decisions yet.
- 3. Difficult to perceive or interpret.
- Example: The unclear message caused a lot of misunderstandings.
Etymology
Middle English 'unclear', from 'un-' (a prefix meaning 'not') + 'clear'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
go unclear:
to become unclear or confusing
unclear on the details:
not having a clear understanding of the specifics
it’s unclear whether:
it is uncertain if something is true or not
Related Words
clarify:
to make something clear or easier to understand
clear:
easy to perceive, understand, or interpret
ambiguity:
the quality of being open to more than one interpretation
Slang Meanings of unclear
Meaning: murky
Example Sentence: The whole situation is so murky, I can't see what's really happening.
Meaning: fuzzy
Example Sentence: My memory of that night is a bit fuzzy, it's all unclear.