Vage
Example: Seine vagen Andeutungen verwirrten alle im Raum.
Definition
"Vage" refers to something that is unclear, imprecise, or not well-defined, often causing confusion or uncertainty. It describes ideas, statements, or impressions that lack specific details or exactness, such as in the phrase 'Seine vagen Andeutungen verwirrten alle im Raum' where vague hints confuse everyone in the room.
Etymology
The word "vage" comes from the Latin 'vagus,' meaning wandering or uncertain. Over time, it evolved into the German adjective to describe something indefinite or unclear. Did you know? The original Latin root also gave rise to the English word 'vague,' sharing the same sense of imprecision.
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"Vage" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (C2) - set 1", containing 95 commonly used words.
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