Indistinctly: meaning, definitions and examples

Similar to 'indistinctly,' but slightly more focused on describing vague appearances or sounds rather than clarity of understanding.

• She mumbled indistinctly, making it hard to catch her words.
• The shapes in the distance appeared indistinctly.

This word is appropriate when something is not clearly expressed or easily understood, whether in speech, writing, or visibility.

• The instructions were written unclearly, so nobody knew what to do.
• He spoke unclearly, making it difficult to follow his argument.

Best used for situations where something is not expressed precisely or is only slightly perceived. It can also imply a lack of strong detail or definition.

• She only vaguely remembered the details of the event.
• He described the plan so vaguely that it left everyone confused.

This word is best used when referring to speech or writing that is not logically connected or hard to understand. It often implies confusion or disorganization.

• After the accident, he was speaking incoherently from shock.
• The witness gave an incoherent testimony that didn't make much sense.

Again refers to something that is not clear in appearance or sound; often used to describe something seen or heard in a blurry or confused way, similar to 'indistinctly', but can also imply a lack of strong distinction between elements.

• The two colors blend indistinctly, making it hard to differentiate where one ends and the other begins.
• The music played indistinctly in the background, just a murmur of sound.

Usually refers to visual perception where things appear smeared or out of focus. Mostly associated with how we see something in a situation where vision is impaired.

• After waking up, she saw the room blurrily until she put on her glasses.
• He looked at the scenery blurrily through his tear-filled eyes.

Describes something seen or understood in a hazy, unclear way, but can also apply to memory or ideas. It can suggest a somewhat pleasant, soft, or comforting quality.

• I remember the events of last night fuzzily, everything's kind of a blur.
• The photograph was taken through a lace curtain, making it appear fuzzily.

Refers to something that is vague or not clearly defined in terms of time or extent. Can also suggest something lasting for an unspecified period. Often has a neutral or slightly negative connotation depending on context.

• The construction plans have been put on hold indefinitely.
• He spoke about his travel plans indefinitely, with no clear timeline in mind.