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mealy-mouthed Definition and Meaning in English (mealy-mouthed definition)

adjective
Synonyms:evasiveindirectdisingenuous
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Mealy-mouthed definition: Reluctant to speak directly or frankly; evasive or hypocritical.

Definitions of Mealy-mouthed

  1. 1adjective(colloquial)

    Reluctant to speak directly or frankly; evasive or hypocritical.

Example Sentences

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“His mealy-mouthed response failed to address the core issue.”

casual

“Don't be mealy-mouthed; just tell me what you really think.”

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Mealy-mouthed definition: Reluctant to speak directly or frankly; evasive or hypocritical.
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'Mealy-mouthed' translates to 'mealy-mouthed' in English. Mealy-mouthed definition: Reluctant to speak directly or frankly; evasive or hypocritical.
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