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unclear manner

[/ʌnˈklɪr ˈmænər/]
noun phrasepl: unclear manners
maneira pouco clara
1. A way of speaking, writing, or acting that is not easy to understand; lack of clarity in communication or behavior
He explained the concept in an unclear manner, leaving everyone confused.
Ele explicou o conceito de maneira pouco clara, deixando todos confusos.
2. Ambiguous or vague expression that does not convey intended meaning distinctly
The instructions were written in an unclear manner.
As instruções foram escritas de forma ambígua.
Synonyms
ambiguous mannervague mannerconfusing mannerobscure mannermuddled manner
Antonyms
clear mannerlucid mannerexplicit mannerdistinct mannertransparent manner

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
maneira pouco clara
Most common usage in Brazil
Brazil
de forma confusa
Alternative common expression
Portugal
de maneira pouco clara
Formal usage
Portugal
de forma ambígua
Alternative Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

in no uncertain terms (opposite meaning)
speak in tongues (related to unclear communication)
beat around the bush (related to unclear/indirect manner)
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