vetydig

Vetydig is a Danish adjective meaning ambiguous or unclear, describing statements, terms, or situations that allow more than one plausible interpretation.

The word is used when precision is lacking or multiple readings exist, and it can apply to language, policy texts, evidence, or descriptions in journalism, law, and academic writing.

The connotation is generally neutral to slightly critical, signaling the need for clarification rather than intentional deception.

Etymology: The term derives from Danish roots related to interpretation and meaning; it is cognate with related forms in other Scandinavian languages.

Usage notes: Often paired with nouns, such as en vetydig udtalelse (an ambiguous statement) or en vetydig formulering (an ambiguous formulation). In many contexts, too vetydig wording may hinder decision-making or assessment.

Examples: Udtalelsen var vetydig, og forskellige parter fortolkede den forskelligt. Denne formulering er for vetydig til at fungere som bevis.

See also: entydig (unambiguous), tvetydighed (ambiguity), uklarhed (unclearness).