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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

unwilling to change one's views or to agree about something; showing an unwillingness to make conces...

complete; absolute; total

deserving respect or attention; having merit

Causing shame or disgrace; not bringing honor or glory.

Impossible to avoid or escape; inevitable.

being deeply involved in a difficult situation, conflict, or scandal