vague result

[/veɪɡ rɪˈzʌlt/]
noun phrasepl: vague results
resultado vago
1. An outcome or conclusion that lacks clarity, precision, or specific details; a result that is ambiguous or indefinite
The experiment produced a vague result that didn't clearly support either hypothesis.
O experimento produziu um resultado vago que não apoiava claramente nenhuma das hipóteses.
2. An uncertain or imprecise finding that requires further investigation or clarification
The survey's vague result left us with more questions than answers.
O resultado vago da pesquisa nos deixou com mais perguntas do que respostas.
3. A conclusion that is not well-defined or clearly expressed
The vague result of the meeting made it difficult to determine next steps.
O resultado vago da reunião dificultou a determinação dos próximos passos.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'vague result' is commonly used in academic, scientific, and business settings to describe outcomes that lack the precision necessary for confident decision-making. In Brazil, researchers and professionals often use 'resultado vago' when findings are inconclusive or need further investigation. This term carries a slightly negative connotation in professional environments, as clarity and precision are highly valued in decision-making processes.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
ambiguous resultunclear resultindefinite resultimprecise resultfuzzy result
Antonyms / Antônimos
clear resultdefinitive resultprecise resultspecific resultconcrete result

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resultado vago
Standard term used in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
resultado vago
Common in business and scientific settings
Rio de Janeiro
resultado vago
Used similarly to other Brazilian regions
Portugal
resultado vago
Same translation; occasionally 'resultado impreciso' is preferred

Related Words

ambiguityuncertaintyimprecisionobscurityindefiniteness

Related Idioms & Phrases

up in the air
in limbo
not cut and dried
touch and go
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