Ambiguous
Ambiguous adjective - Having an often intentionally veiled or uncertain meaning.
Usage example: the exact reason for the change in plans is ambiguous, but I suspect it has something to do with money
Opaque is a synonym for ambiguous in having more than one meaning topic. In some cases you can use "Opaque" instead an adjective "Ambiguous".
Nearby Words: ambiguity, ambiguously
Opaque
Opaque adjective - Having an often intentionally veiled or uncertain meaning.
Usage example: somehow listeners seem to connect with the songwriter, despite his deeply personal, often opaque lyrics
Ambiguous is a synonym for opaque in obscure topic. You can use "Ambiguous" instead an adjective "Opaque".
Nearby Words: opaqueness, opaquely
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