As a lexical definition, the definition "'Pneumonia' means a disease that affects breathing" may be criticized as:
A) Being vague.
B) Being too narrow.
C) Being ambiguous.
D) Being circular.
E) Being overly medical.

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Being vague.The definition does not specify what type of breathing is affected, or how the disease affects breathing.

As a Lexical Definition, the Definition "'Pneumonia' Means a Disease