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fuzzy expression

[/ˈfʌzi ɪkˈsprɛʃən/]
nounpl: fuzzy expressions
expressão vaga
1. A statement or phrase that is imprecise, unclear, or ambiguous in meaning
The contract contained several fuzzy expressions that led to disputes between the parties.
O contrato continha várias expressões vagas que levaram a disputas entre as partes.
2. In logic and mathematics, an expression dealing with approximate or imprecise values rather than exact ones
Fuzzy logic uses fuzzy expressions to handle real-world uncertainty.
A lógica fuzzy usa expressões fuzzy para lidar com a incerteza do mundo real.
Synonyms
vague expressionambiguous phraseunclear statementimprecise wording
Antonyms
precise expressionclear statementexact wording

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
expressão vaga
most common usage
São Paulo
expressão imprecisa
alternative formal term
Portugal
expressão difusa
used particularly in technical/mathematical contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

speak in fuzzy terms
use fuzzy language
leave room for interpretation
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