Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mealy-mouthed
Adjective
/ˈmiːli ˈmaʊθd/
Definition
Describing someone who is evasive or speaks in a way that is indirect and lacks clarity.
Examples
- His mealy-mouthed response frustrated everyone at the meeting.
- The politician’s mealy-mouthed comments didn’t sit well with the voters.
Meaning
The term refers to a person who avoids making direct statements or giving clear answers, often in order to avoid offense or to be politically correct.
Synonyms
- evasive
- insipid
- ambiguous
- noncommittal
- cagey
