A sort of something

phrase

A somewhat vague way to describe someone or something.

She had a sort of sadness about her.
Visual representation of "a sort of something" - A somewhat vague way to describe someone or something.

Often appears as...

  • a sort of feeling
  • a sort of way
phrase

Used to suggest that something is true to some degree, although it is not completely true.

I had a sort of feeling that she wasn't happy.
Visual representation of "a sort of something" - Used to suggest that something is true to some degree, although it is not completely true.

Often appears as...

  • a sort of truth
  • a sort of belief
phrase

Used when you are trying to explain or describe something, but you cannot be exact.

It's a sort of yellowish color.
Visual representation of "a sort of something" - Used when you are trying to explain or describe something, but you cannot be exact.

Often appears as...

  • a sort of description
  • a sort of explanation
phrase

A somewhat vague way to describe someone or something.

She had a sort of sadness about her.
Visual representation of "a sort of something" - A somewhat vague way to describe someone or something.

Often appears as...

  • a sort of feeling
  • a sort of way
phrase

Used to suggest that something is true to some degree, although it is not completely true.

I had a sort of feeling that she wasn't happy.
Visual representation of "a sort of something" - Used to suggest that something is true to some degree, although it is not completely true.

Often appears as...

  • a sort of truth
  • a sort of belief
phrase

Used when you are trying to explain or describe something, but you cannot be exact.

It's a sort of yellowish color.
Visual representation of "a sort of something" - Used when you are trying to explain or describe something, but you cannot be exact.

Often appears as...

  • a sort of description
  • a sort of explanation
Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "a sort of something"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Subtle Vagueness

Use it when you're unsure or don't want to specify details.

Illustration for Subtle Vagueness
He had a sort of charm that was hard to define.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Indefinite Description

Perfect for when an exact description isn't necessary or known.

Illustration for Indefinite Description
We walked in a sort of zigzag pattern.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Adding Nuance

To convey that there are more complexities than you can describe.

Illustration for Adding Nuance
She spoke in a sort of rhythmic cadence.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Subtle Vagueness

Use it when you're unsure or don't want to specify details.

Illustration for Subtle Vagueness
He had a sort of charm that was hard to define.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Indefinite Description

Perfect for when an exact description isn't necessary or known.

Illustration for Indefinite Description
We walked in a sort of zigzag pattern.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Adding Nuance

To convey that there are more complexities than you can describe.

Illustration for Adding Nuance
She spoke in a sort of rhythmic cadence.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Subtle Vagueness

Use it when you're unsure or don't want to specify details.

Illustration for Subtle Vagueness
He had a sort of charm that was hard to define.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Indefinite Description

Perfect for when an exact description isn't necessary or known.

Illustration for Indefinite Description
We walked in a sort of zigzag pattern.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Adding Nuance

To convey that there are more complexities than you can describe.

Illustration for Adding Nuance
She spoke in a sort of rhythmic cadence.
Visual representation of the word "A sort of something"

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