unclearness

[ʌnˈklɪrnəs]

noun

falta de clareza

1. The quality or state of being unclear; lack of clarity or distinctness

The unclearness of the instructions led to confusion among the team members.

A falta de clareza das instruções causou confusão entre os membros da equipe.

2. Obscurity or ambiguity in meaning or expression

The unclearness of his speech made it difficult to understand his position.

A obscuridade do seu discurso dificultou a compreensão da sua posição.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

falta de clareza

most common usage

Brazil

obscuridade

used in formal contexts

Portugal

falta de claridade

preferred in Portugal

General

ambiguidade

when referring to semantic ambiguity

in no uncertain terms (opposite concept - clarity)

crystal clear (opposite concept - clarity)

muddy the waters (related concept - creating unclearness)

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