nebulous
adjective
In the form of a cloud or haze; hazy; vague, indistinct, or ill-defined.
Etymology
From Latin nebulosus "cloudy, misty," from nebula "mist, cloud." Related to nebula and Greek nephele "cloud."
Examples in Use
- 1.
"His plans for the future remained nebulous."
- 2.
"The concept was too nebulous to implement."
- 3.
"Nebulous memories of childhood floated through her mind."
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Fun Fact
Before powerful telescopes, astronomers called fuzzy celestial objects "nebulae" (clouds). Many turned out to be entire galaxies. The Andromeda Galaxy was called the Andromeda Nebula until 1924.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 8 letters (N, E, B, U, L, O, U, S)
Scrabble Value: 10 points
Tip: Look for common letter combinations like "NE" at the start of words.
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