Distinct
Distinct adjective - Not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation.
Usage example: a person with a distinct Scottish accent
Nebulous
Nebulous adjective - Having an often intentionally veiled or uncertain meaning.
Usage example: made nebulous references to some major changes the future may hold
Both words in one sentence
- Ambient-Industrial & Post-Industrial A pair of related, nebulous categories that first emerged in the 80s, these two categories frequently overlap and are often confused with each other, though they are distinct.
Source: Industrial
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