Blurrily: meaning, definitions and examples

When something is unclear because it is not in focus or there is movement, causing vision or details to be soft and out of definition.

• After crying, she saw everything blurrily through her tears
• The photo was taken blurrily because the camera moved while the shutter was open

Used when describing something that lacks clear lines or edges, like soft fabrics, or when referring to unclear memories or thoughts.

• He remembered the event fuzzily, as it happened a long time ago
• The TV screen showed fuzzily when the signal was weak

Used when something is not easily recognizable or is faintly perceived, generally in a way that makes it hard to distinguish details.

• The figures in the distance were seen indistinctly through the thick snow
• He mumbled his words indistinctly, making it hard to understand him

Appropriate when referring to something seen or understood in a vague way due to mist, fog, or mental confusion.

• She could see the city hazily through the morning fog
• After waking up from a deep sleep, he spoke hazily about his dreams

When describing something that is not expressed or perceived in a coherent or straightforward manner, often due to complexity or lack of clarity.

• The instructions were written so unclearly that no one could follow them
• He spoke unclearly because he was nervous and rushed

When referring to something that is undefined, not specific, or lacks detail; can also imply a lack of certainty.

• She vaguely remembered him from the party last year
• He gave them a vaguely worded promise, which left them wondering what he meant