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vagamente

/vaɡaˈmen.te/adverbB2
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Meaning

vaguely, faintly

  • in an indistinct, imprecise, or slightly perceptible manner

In a sentence

Ricordo solo vagamente quello che è successo ieri sera.

I only vaguely remember what happened last night.

Questo sapore mi sembra vagamente familiare.

This flavor seems vaguely familiar to me.

Ha risposto vagamente per non svelare i suoi piani.

He answered vaguely so as not to reveal his plans.

Usage notes

  • Formed from the adjective 'vago' + '-mente'. Often modifies adjectives or verbs of perception.

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