Vague outline

[/veɪɡ ˈaʊtlaɪn/]
noun phrasepl: vague outlines
contorno vago
1. An unclear or indistinct shape, form, or general plan that lacks specific details or precise boundaries
Through the fog, we could only see the vague outline of the mountain.
Através da névoa, podíamos apenas ver o contorno vago da montanha.
2. A preliminary sketch or plan that is not fully developed or detailed
The architect presented only a vague outline of the building design.
O arquiteto apresentou apenas um contorno vago do projeto do edifício.
3. An imprecise or general description lacking in specifics
He gave a vague outline of his business proposal without concrete details.
Ele deu um contorno vago de sua proposta de negócios sem detalhes concretos.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'contorno vago' is commonly used in both artistic contexts (describing visual imagery) and business settings (describing preliminary plans or proposals). The phrase emphasizes lack of clarity and often implies a need for further development or clarification.
NYC Slang
blurry shape, fuzzy deal
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fuzzy shapeunclear formindistinct silhouettesketchy planrough draft
Antonyms / Antônimos
clear outlineprecise definitiondetailed plandistinct shape

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
contorno vago
Most common usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
esboço vago
Alternative term emphasizing the sketch-like nature
São Paulo
delineação imprecisa
More formal business/technical usage
Portugal
contorno indefinido
European Portuguese prefers 'indefinido' over 'vago'

Related Words

silhouettesketchdraftcontourshadowhazy

Related Idioms & Phrases

in rough outline
outline in broad strokes
sketch out a plan
hazily sketched
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