Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vaguely-familiar
adjective
/ˈveɪɡ.li fəˈmɪl.jər/
Definition
Having a slight or unclear recognition or memory of something or someone.
Examples
- When I saw the old photograph, it seemed vaguely familiar, but I couldn’t recall where I had seen it before.
- The melody of the song was vaguely familiar, reminding me of a tune I used to hear as a child.
Meaning
The term describes a state where something feels known or recognizable, but without a clear or strong memory or context.
Synonyms
- Somewhat known
- Partially recognized
- Unclear
- Imprecise
