Nebulous
Describing something that is hazy, vague, or not clearly defined; lacking definite shape or detail.
adjectiveNebulous
Describing something that is hazy, vague, or not clearly defined; lacking definite shape or detail.
adjectiveImagine This
Imagine staring at a distant nebula through a telescope where the edges blur into the surrounding space, making it hard to discern its exact shape or boundaries.
Sounds Like
neh-BYOO-luhs
Looks Like
Resembles nebula; evokes a cloudiness or foggy impression in both meaning and form.
Remember This
Nebulous derives from the idea of a cloud or fog; it often applies to ideas, plans, or memories that are not concrete.
Other Forms
Note
Use nebulous to describe unclear explanations, vague plans, or indistinct memories. Avoid applying it to physical objects that are actually cloudy in a literal sense unless the context is metaphorical.