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Foggy Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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foggy

[ˈfɒɡi ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Adjective

weather condition

Filled or covered with fog; having fogs; misty; as, a foggy atmosphere; a foggy morning.

Synonyms

cloudy, hazy, misty.

Examples of usage

  • The weather was so foggy that I could barely see in front of me.
  • The city looked mysterious and eerie in the foggy evening.
Context #2 | Adjective

unclear

Indistinct or obscure in meaning; not clear or transparent; clouded; obscure; dim.

Synonyms

ambiguous, unclear, vague.

Examples of usage

  • His memory of the event was foggy due to the passage of time.
  • The details of the contract were foggy and needed clarification.

Translations

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Origin of 'foggy'

The word 'foggy' comes from the Old English word 'fogga' which meant 'mist' or 'vapor'. The use of 'foggy' to describe weather conditions dates back to the 16th century. Over time, the word has evolved to also describe things that are unclear or indistinct.

See also: fog, fogger, foggily, fogginess, pettifogging.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,692, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.