Definition of "vague" in English

adjective

1. Not clearly expressed; stated in indefinite terms.

2. Not having a precise meaning.

   • a vague term of abuse

3. Not clearly defined, grasped, or understood; indistinct; slight.

   • only a vague notion of what’s needed
   • a vague hint of a thickening waistline
   • I haven’t the vaguest idea.

4. Not clearly felt or sensed; somewhat subconscious.

   • a vague longing

5. Not thinking or expressing one’s thoughts clearly or precisely.

6. Lacking expression; vacant.

7. Not sharply outlined; hazy.

8. Wandering; vagrant; vagabond.

noun

1. (obsolete) A wandering; a vagary.

2. An indefinite expanse.

verb

1. (archaic) to wander; to roam; to stray.

2. To become vague or act in a vague manner.

3. (Internet slang, intransitive) To make vague negative comments publicly; to make highly veiled complaints or insults.