INDISTINCT Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

indistinct

adjective

ˌin-di-ˈstiŋ(k)t

Definition of indistinct

as in vague

not seen or understood clearly managed to discern a blurry, indistinct shadow through the downpour

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Recent Examples of indistinct Nonpartisan voter guides from outlets such as CalMatters and KPBS depict the race as offering sharp policy contrasts rather than an indistinct muddle. — Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2026 Even populous British colonies like Virginia and Pennsylvania grew blurry on their western frontiers, where indistinct borders were protected by a few lonely forts. — Daniel Immerwahr, New Yorker, 4 May 2026 The video contained audio of the girl choking, as well as indistinct banging in the truck. — Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 19 Apr. 2026 Depending on the moment, the album can feel either profoundly affecting or frustratingly indistinct. — Emma Madden, Pitchfork, 14 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for indistinct

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Adjective

Entrepreneurs need this because being vague does not sell, attract referrals or earn trust.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
The question is intentionally vague and confusing, and goes out of its way to evade the true purpose of the law.

— Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of vague

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Led by researchers at the University of Cambridge, the mission aims to detect the faint 21-centimeter radio line emitted by early hydrogen atoms operating at low frequencies (10–50 MHz), a signal never before directly observed.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 14 Aug. 2026
During search operations, hundreds of onlookers and volunteers must be kept quiet enough in the middle of a bustling city to listen for the faintest sign of life.

— CBS News, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026

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