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mealy-mouthed

adjective

/ˈmiːli ˌmaʊðd/

Meaning

Unwilling to speak directly and honestly; insincere or evasive in speech.

The manager gave a mealy-mouthed excuse instead of admitting the mistake.

evasive, insincere, vague, indirect, dishonest

frank, direct, sincere

mealy-mouthed excuse, mealy-mouthed statement, mealy-mouthed response

lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible

Showing deep understanding or perceptiveness.

not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations

undergoing the process of decay; rotting

based on or in accordance with reason or logic

not clearly defined; uncertain; vague; unlimited in time