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amorphous
01
lacking a clear or distinct shape or form
Examples
The blob of clay remained amorphous until shaped by the sculptor.
The jelly had an amorphous texture that made it hard to slice.
02
lacking the organized system or structure typical of living organisms or complex entities
Examples
The tissue appeared amorphous under the microscope.
Certain tumors are amorphous, lacking clear cellular organization.
03
lacking any crystalline or well-defined structure, as in minerals or solids
Examples
Glass is an amorphous solid, lacking a crystalline lattice.
The mineral appeared amorphous under the electron microscope.
04
vague and unclear and therefore making understanding difficult
Examples
His explanation was amorphous, leaving everyone confused.
The report was amorphous and lacked a clear structure.
05
(of a group or organization) lacking clear organization, structure, or focus
Examples
The protest was amorphous, with no clear leadership.
An amorphous team struggled to achieve any coordinated effort.
