Indistinct
/ˌɪndɪˈstɪŋkt/adjective
Not clear or sharply defined, difficult to perceive or specify clearly.
His face was indistinct in the darkness.
Often appears as...
- indistinct figure
- indistinct light
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Visual Clarity
Use 'indistinct' for objects that can't be seen clearly, often because of distance or poor lighting.
The mountains in the distance were indistinct.
Pro Tip 2/3Ambiguous Feel
'Indistinct' can describe something that gives a sense of uncertainty or something that's not well-defined.
The rules of the game were indistinct and caused confusion.
Pro Tip 3/3Abstract Ideas
Use it when discussing concepts that are difficult to understand or explain because they lack clarity.
Her philosophy on life seemed indistinct and complex.
Compare with
ambiguousblurrycleardefinefaintfuzzyhazyobscure
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